almost

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Although almost three quarters said they could have bought a property without the scheme, only about a fifth said they could have purchased the property they got with the aid of help to buy.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Because of the awkward proportions of the drawing, about 8-by-1 feet, these churches are almost comically crammed in, like an overpacked suitcase, using every inch of space.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The petrodollar narrative focuses almost exclusively on the dollar’s role as a medium of exchange and a unit of account.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Ballplayers buying into professional sports franchises has become almost routine.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

What if the eye crinkles and the almost smiles are just him with something in his eye, or something stuck in his teeth?

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