almost

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More than a dozen people running around a supermarket never ends well, and almost always results in more money being spent than is necessary.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Nowell: It’s almost just another way of saying “forever,” like “Oh baby I’m gonna love you till the sun blows up.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

A corporate deal lawyer in Dallas, Willding has referred to himself as “outside business counsel to the Trump family” and has said he talks to Trump Jr. or Eric Trump almost daily.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Pretty rich for a man who almost always gets what he wants and often refuses to take no for an answer.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

It’s a familiar, almost shy smile, like when my cousin would first arrive for a visit.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith