nil
Example Sentences
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That was before their expenses were cut practically to nil.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
Even then, the incentive to behave for some lifers is next to nil.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
But the odds Labour lawmakers would approve such reforms are nil, and the argument for elevating Mr. Streeting has more to do with his personal charm than his policy views.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026
The water visibility was nil — just a blur of yellow, brown and eventually black.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 7, 2025
As a result of the non-event event, the resulting press coverage was practically nil.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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