as in almost
very close to but not completely
it was well-nigh dark, but I could still see a little
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Recent Examples of well-nigh
In my book, Peter Seidler was a model citizen, a well-nigh heroic one.
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Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 21 Nov. 2023
Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 21 Nov. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-nigh
Adverb
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However, while Taobao’s feature covers almost the entire product pool, JD.com’s supports group gifting, allowing users to share gifts in groups and reciprocate after receiving a gift.—
Li Jun,
WWD,
9 Feb. 2025
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The difference between the two types of sugar is the amount of molasses each contains, with dark brown sugar typically containing almost double the amount of molasses.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
9 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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In the postgame locker room, Butler’s personal music was so loud, microphones practically had to be shoved down Kyle Lowry’s tonsils on a night Lowry scored 28.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2025
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To succeed, practically any organization needs accountability, teamwork, smart decision-making and, yes, an occasional stroke of luck.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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Royalton Splash Punta Cana, an Autograph Collection Resort and Casino Punta Cana, Dominican Republic There are several waterslides to choose from at Royalton Splash Punta Cana, including a rollercoaster-style slide and a multilane water slide where riders hit speeds of nearly 45 feet per second.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA TODAY,
10 Feb. 2025
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Father Joe’s is still hiring staff, securing licensure from the state and constructing nearly a dozen rooms that together will be able to hold more than 40 people.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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This breakthrough functionality enables teams to capture full contact information by scanning virtually anything: conference badges, paper business cards, social media QR codes, other digital business cards and more.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
4 Feb. 2025
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During the election campaign, Georgian Dream raised the idea of reintegrating these regions, which would be virtually impossible without close alignment with Russia.—
Anthony Borden,
The Atlantic,
4 Feb. 2025
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“Well-nigh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-nigh. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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