pretty nearly
Example Sentences
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“This is pretty nearly a political miracle to negotiate with a caucus that is as diverse as we have, from Bernie to Manchin,” said Senator Brian Schatz, Democrat of Hawaii.
From New York Times ● Aug. 7, 2022
“I don't think he ever realized we did it on purpose, even though it happened at pretty nearly every dinnertime for years.”
From Washington Post ● May 8, 2022
Edwin Shallert of The Times wrote, “its cast achieves some sensational and surprising performances, with pretty nearly every role disclosing new facets of personality and talent.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 27, 2015
“The British did it thirty years ago. We are behind every country, pretty nearly, in Europe, in this matter of medical care for our citizens.”
From The New Yorker ● Feb. 15, 2015
It was pretty nearly dark on our way home.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
