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as in almost
very close to but not completely
I nearly fell down the stairs
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Recent Examples of nearly
What follows is nearly 100 minutes of violent vengeance as the two men wage war for Sophia’s heart, all set to a propulsive retro score curated by Grammy winner and Detroit native Jack White.
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Angelique Jackson, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
After production resumed, Unifor said the plant would operate on a single shift for the foreseeable future — a reduction expected to result in the indefinite layoff of nearly 500 workers.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 14 Sep. 2025
The shorts are available in two lengths, feature stash pockets for small essentials, and have nearly 3,500 five-star ratings.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
After a nearly two-day manhunt, police captured a suspect, who has pleaded not guilty to six federal charges, including stalking and murder, which could carry the death penalty.
—Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
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Angelique Jackson, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
After production resumed, Unifor said the plant would operate on a single shift for the foreseeable future — a reduction expected to result in the indefinite layoff of nearly 500 workers.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 14 Sep. 2025
The shorts are available in two lengths, feature stash pockets for small essentials, and have nearly 3,500 five-star ratings.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
After a nearly two-day manhunt, police captured a suspect, who has pleaded not guilty to six federal charges, including stalking and murder, which could carry the death penalty.
—Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nearly
Adverb
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Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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The administration has also removed multiple senior leaders in charge of agencies that work closely with the intelligence community but fall under the Department of War.—
Mike Brest,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Merging with Teck will almost certainly be the master stroke in removing it from any plans by BHP to return with a fresh offer for Anglo American.—
Tim Treadgold,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Apple has since confirmed that the functionality will come to almost all modern smartwatch models.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
10 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Back then, Julian said the area was practically devoid of anything regarding the cultural arts.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
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The building is practically an antique itself, rivaling the town of Belmont, which was established just 20 years before the mall.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Nearly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nearly. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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