almost

Example Sentences

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The evening side, however, appeared almost cloud free.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

It noted that yields on Japanese government bonds have jumped over recent months to levels that almost match those seen elsewhere, driven by expectations of higher inflation and increased government borrowing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

“When I sit down to read a small hardcover, it almost feels like I’m reading a journal,” she says.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

The issue of rising prices is particularly acute in Northern Ireland, where about 500,000 homes use heating all, almost two-thirds of all households.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

It’s a familiar, almost shy smile, like when my cousin would first arrive for a visit.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith