as in almost
very close to but not completely
dinner is all but on the table, so don't go anywhere
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Adverb
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Though almost eerily timely, the political topicality of the exhibition was not deliberate, as the show was a year-and-a-half in the planning.—
Laird Borrelli-Persson,
Vogue,
4 May 2025 -
Her attitude reminded Prima of the men at the bar on Amsterdam, who dealt in boasts dressed as revelations, and were almost dazed when a girl took them seriously.—
Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
4 May 2025
Adverb
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From that point on, they've been practically attached at the hip, often dressing alike and taking in Broadway musicals.—
Glamour,
Glamour,
4 May 2025
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Going nine innings was commonplace, now practically unknown.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2025
Adverb
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According to Belfast Harbour, the city is set to welcome nearly 150 cruise ship visits in 2025, representing 31 different cruise lines.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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More optimistically, with effective regulatory measures, growth could accelerate to 9-10%, pushing revenues to nearly $20 billion.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 May 2025
Adverb
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For about two hours in what he was told was a routine inspection, Piker was questioned about his political beliefs and potential connections to the militant group Hamas, his opinions on President Donald Trump and when he was banned from Twitch.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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Fans can get across the backstretch once again for about 40 minutes between the Whelen Modified Tour qualifying session and race.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2025
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“All but.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/all%20but. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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