as in almost
very close to but not completely
it was well-nigh dark, but I could still see a little
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Recent Examples of well-nigh
Right now, though, a coherent A.I. policy seems well-nigh inconceivable.
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John Cassidy, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
In my book, Peter Seidler was a model citizen, a well-nigh heroic one.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 21 Nov. 2023
John Cassidy, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
In my book, Peter Seidler was a model citizen, a well-nigh heroic one.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 21 Nov. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-nigh
Adverb
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The 2025 edition of DOC NYC Selects is almost here, and IndieWire can announce the program for the summer extension of the annual fall documentary festival.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
9 June 2025
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Some real locations are almost literally depicted in the film.—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
9 June 2025
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In other words, this is quantum supremacy: the point where a quantum computer can perform a calculation that is practically impossible for any classical computer to do in a reasonable amount of time.—
John Koetsier,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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This vintage dessert practically floats off the plate.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
Adverb
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Since the 2022 merger, WBD’s share price has fallen nearly 60%.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2025
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On Saturday night, Hegseth sent a memo to the head of the California Guard to mobilize nearly 2,000 members.—
Laura J. Nelson,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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Members of the House, who are on recess this week, are set to be briefed virtually on Tuesday by the House Sergeant at Arms, multiple sources told CBS News.—
Kaia Hubbard
June 16,
CBS News,
16 June 2025
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But Trump and virtually all Congressional Republicans strongly support the bill’s central elements--very large tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans, paid for by deep cuts in essential programs while adding trillions to the deficit.—
Richard McGahey,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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“Well-nigh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-nigh. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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