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01
to a degree that is close to being complete
Example
The project was nearly complete, lacking only a final review before submission.
She was nearly finished with her homework when the power went out.
He ’s nearly 30 but still behaves like a teenager sometimes.
02
in a manner that is close
Example
The project is nearly complete, with just a few final touches left to finish.
She nearly missed her train but managed to run just in time to catch it before it departed.
He nearly won the race, finishing just seconds behind the first-place runner.
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The project was nearly complete, lacking only a final review before submission.
She was nearly finished with her homework when the power went out.
He’s nearly 30 but still behaves like a teenager sometimes.
I’ve nearly finished reading that book you lent me.
The concert tickets were nearly sold out, with only a few remaining.
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