almost

Example Sentences

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If inflation remains elevated, interest rates will rise, which he said was like “gravity” to almost all asset prices.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

“It released eye stress because we studied from eight o’clock in the morning until almost noon time,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

“People like you!” the president exclaimed, sounding almost surprised as lawmakers cheered and applauded.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

He maintained that the NHS delivered almost 95% of planned activity during the resident doctor strikes in December.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

It was so hot the chunk of cold butter was almost fully melted by the time I’d salted it.

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