pretty
Usage
Example Sentences
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They had a doctor come to me, which apparently is pretty standard.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
But what started as a robust pipeline to the presidency has gotten pretty anemic since then.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
But I'd argue that focusing too much on the FA Cup right now is pretty likely to get us relegated and bring a whole new level of misery.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
The information will be "pretty paramount to set up for subsequent missions like Artemis 3 in 2027 and, of course, the lunar landing itself on Artemis 4 in 2028."
From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026
Oh, how I appreciate a pretty boy who reads!
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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