nothing less than
idiom
1
—used to give emphasis to a description
The idea is nothing less than revolutionary.
2
—used to say that something is the least that a situation, person, etc., requires or will accept
He demands nothing less than the best service.
I want nothing less than a full refund!
This job requires nothing less than our best effort.
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His talent, charisma, good humor and calmness in the face of what at times was nothing less than a maniacal roller coaster ride often brought a sense of peace that heartened everyone around him.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
Neighboring Egypt, however, views it as nothing less than a disaster.
—Kate Bartlett, NPR, 9 Sep. 2025
The Broncos upgraded four key positions — tight end, running back, safety and linebacker, though Dre Greenlaw’s health is becoming a daily concern — and expect nothing less than a deep run.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 6 Sep. 2025
What would be required here is nothing less than a long-term commitment to nation building—or, more precisely, state building.
—Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 3 Sep. 2025
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Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
Neighboring Egypt, however, views it as nothing less than a disaster.
—Kate Bartlett, NPR, 9 Sep. 2025
The Broncos upgraded four key positions — tight end, running back, safety and linebacker, though Dre Greenlaw’s health is becoming a daily concern — and expect nothing less than a deep run.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 6 Sep. 2025
What would be required here is nothing less than a long-term commitment to nation building—or, more precisely, state building.
—Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 3 Sep. 2025
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“Nothing less than.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nothing%20less%20than. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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