as in practically
very close to but not completely
fell in love with a man who was virtually penniless
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Recent Examples of virtually
The forward has made a home for himself in the Senators’ lineup as a versatile, all-situations forward who can play center or wing, and virtually anywhere in their lineup while contributing as a secondary scorer.
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Julian McKenzie, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
On Friday, Trump was given permission to appear virtually, as Merchan is expected to hand down an unconditional discharge as his sentence.
—Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 10 Jan. 2025
Friday's sentencing is expected to last less than an hour and will take place virtually, reflecting the court's efforts to accommodate Trump's transitional obligations.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
The president-elect has promised surcharges of at least 60% on products coming in from China, a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian imports, and blanket tariffs of 10% to 20% on goods from virtually every other country.
—Brian Cheung, NBC News, 8 Jan. 2025
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Julian McKenzie, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
On Friday, Trump was given permission to appear virtually, as Merchan is expected to hand down an unconditional discharge as his sentence.
—Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 10 Jan. 2025
Friday's sentencing is expected to last less than an hour and will take place virtually, reflecting the court's efforts to accommodate Trump's transitional obligations.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
The president-elect has promised surcharges of at least 60% on products coming in from China, a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian imports, and blanket tariffs of 10% to 20% on goods from virtually every other country.
—Brian Cheung, NBC News, 8 Jan. 2025
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Tiny explosive drones have rendered large-scale armored assaults practically suicidal all along the 800-mile front line of Russia’s 35-month wider war on Ukraine.David Axe, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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Under Armour Men’s Joggers The man in your life will practically live in these joggers.Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 4 Jan. 2025
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In short, alcohol affects almost every organ and tissue in the body, including the brain, heart, lungs, liver, stomach, and more.Cassie Shortsleeve, SELF, 3 Jan. 2025
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In fact, employees rank flexibility almost nearly as highly as healthcare benefits in evaluating prospective employers, according to Owl Labs.William Arruda, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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The next-best U.S. carriers were United Airlines, at nearly 81%, and Alaska Airlines, at just over 79%, Cirium said.CBS News, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2025
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In a New Year greeting, Jeremy Renner expressed gratitude on the second anniversary of a snowplow accident that nearly claimed his life.Denise Petski, Deadline, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Virtually.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/virtually. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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