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View definitions for not quite

not quite

adverb as in just about

adverb as in little

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It is a clear example of why inflation is not quite the same as the cost of living.

From BBC

While that may not quite be “the dream,” a functioning stable society shadow-designed by women to sensibly govern the future sounds grand.

From Salon

I haven’t even gotten to the jockeying among the Bene Gesserit acolytes, four of whom are further developed after the first episode in ways that are welcome though not quite adequate to foster much of an emotional connection.

From Salon

It's not quite as bright as last month's Hunter's supermoon but should still provide an impressible spectacle for sky gazers, although clouds may obscure the view in some places.

From BBC

This Christmas marks not quite two years since Renner was severely injured, almost dying after being crushed by a 7-ton snowplow.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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