almost never
Example Sentences
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Take construction: Hiring for these blue-collar trades jobs has risen in the past year despite a slumping housing market — something that almost never happens.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
And then there was the enigmatic instrumental duo Boards of Canada, who kept a low profile and almost never played live but whose records proved to be influential.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Unlike in the past, trainers almost never run horses with just two or even three weeks’ rest.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
“I favored retail allocations over institutional allocations, which is almost never done.”
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
“You should feel honored. They almost never invite anyone to stay with them.”
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
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