nothing less than
idiom
1
—used to give emphasis to a description
The idea is nothing less than revolutionary.
2
—used to say that something is the least that a situation, person, etc., requires or will accept
He demands nothing less than the best service.
I want nothing less than a full refund!
This job requires nothing less than our best effort.
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The result has been nothing less than a sea change in how SJSU’s economic impact is perceived.
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George Avalos, The Mercury News, 9 Feb. 2025
The chance to see, first-hand, the iconic temples of Esna, Edfu, and Kom Ombo was nothing less than a dream.
—Matt Dutile, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2025
Ultimately, fundamental changes will require congressional action, but the goal should be nothing less than a revolution in U.S. foreign-assistance efforts.
—The Editors, National Review, 5 Feb. 2025
Canada deserves nothing less than a bold vision for housing and the path is right in front of us.
—Abdullah Snobar, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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George Avalos, The Mercury News, 9 Feb. 2025
The chance to see, first-hand, the iconic temples of Esna, Edfu, and Kom Ombo was nothing less than a dream.
—Matt Dutile, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2025
Ultimately, fundamental changes will require congressional action, but the goal should be nothing less than a revolution in U.S. foreign-assistance efforts.
—The Editors, National Review, 5 Feb. 2025
Canada deserves nothing less than a bold vision for housing and the path is right in front of us.
—Abdullah Snobar, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Nothing less than.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nothing%20less%20than. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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