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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