almost

Example Sentences

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In fleeting moments, when the blimp would begin to budge, you could almost hear faint cheers for stronger gusts.

From Los Angeles Times

England have won a Test match in Australia for the first time in almost 15 years, beating the hosts by four wickets in a remarkable two-day Test at the MCG.

From BBC

This relationship, identified almost five decades ago, has offered critical clues about the physical conditions near supermassive black holes.

From Science Daily

At the end of it all, England have their first Test win in Australia in almost 15 years.

From BBC

After a promising first half, the Red Devils were forced to defend for almost the entirety of the second period.

From Barron's