scarcely

Example Sentences

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The 43-year-old reiterated to his players the importance of approaching their trip to face fourth-tier opposition with the right mentality, but his words could scarcely have prepared them for the messy reality on the ground.

From BBC

So far, key facts about Newsom’s policy priorities have scarcely gone beyond California’s borders.

From Salon

She scarcely heard someone cry, “Your team won!”

From Literature

He could scarcely imagine sixty days in a house like that, let alone sixty years.

From Literature

Elliott might be one of England's most talented young players, but where he starts next season could scarcely be more in doubt.

From BBC