pretty much

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Board presentations, black-tie weddings, nights on the town—there’s pretty much nothing these baubles can’t do. — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 29 Oct. 2026 When Kate & Allie was canceled in 1989 after the sixth season — it was nominated three times for the Emmy for outstanding comedy series — Saint James decided to pretty much shut down her acting career. — Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2026 Best Homemade Macaroni And Cheese Nearly a food group of its own and a dish that’s pretty much always welcome, our favorite macaroni and cheese recipe is quintessential to any and every gathering. — Arabella Hau, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2026 The Wi-Fi and cell service were pretty much nonexistent, which all but highlighted the fact that the true heart of the home was really the outdoor space. — Rachel Fletcher, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pretty much

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“Pretty much.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pretty%20much. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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