nil

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That was before their expenses were cut practically to nil.

From Barron's • 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

They had to show defensive strength to keep Wales to nil - with Grace Banks making a superb tackle to deny Charlie Mundy late in the first half.

From BBC • Aug. 9, 2025

But as USC prepares to take on Maryland, one of the Big Ten’s worst pass defenses, the chanceof Lincoln Riley replacing his quarterback apparently is nil.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 17, 2024

However, the prospect of that tiny marginal colony’s sustaining an exploration, conquest, and settlement of the Americas was nil.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond