nearly

Definition

  • adverb: not completely
  • adverb: in a close manner or relationship
  • synonyms: closely, intimately, almost

Examples

  • We very 'nearly' missed the plane. [=we came very close to missing the plane]

  • There's 'not nearly' enough flour for a cake here.

  • It's 'not nearly' as late as I thought it was.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I tell you, infamous powers are at work. The instant you assign me to a case, the underworld hears about it, and I am set upon. Cato is in hospital. They nearly blew his little yellow skin off. It is amazing that I am still alive. Amazing is not the word. Do I detect something in your voice (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther
  • (..) Clouseau to Lugash. But, you see, he's no longer with the Sureté. I've just given him- Yes, but- Yes, but since France and Lugash have been allies for nearly years, it might be a serious mistake to send someone who is- I see. Yes, of course. Very good, Commissioner. It seems the Shah of Lugash (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther