nothing short of
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—used to give emphasis to a description
His recovery was nothing short of miraculous.
That treatment is nothing short of torture!
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026
Sunday’s victory for Team USA was nothing short of stunning given how Canada seemed to significantly outplay the Americans for most of the medal game.
—Chris Kudialis, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2026
His vocabulary was nothing short of amazing.
—Kevin Foster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Feb. 2026
Kate Middleton and Prince William have arrived at the BAFTAs—and their coordinated red carpet looks are nothing short of stunning.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 22 Feb. 2026
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“Nothing short of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nothing%20short%20of. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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