nearly
/ˈnɪɹli/ adverb A2- In close approximation; almost, virtually. · He left a nearly full beer on the bar.· I nearly didn't go to work yesterday.
- With close relation; intimately.
- Closely, in close proximity.
- Stingily.
Comparative nearlier · Superlative nearliest
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After their departure, Fernand, who had now again become the friend and protector of Mercédès, led the girl to her home, while some friends of Dantès conducted his father, nearly lifeless, to the Allées de Meilhan.
And, besides, they were none of them nearly so large and brave as you.”
Hour after hour passed away, and slowly Dorothy got over her fright; but she felt quite lonely, and the wind shrieked so loudly all about her that she nearly became deaf.
Her face was covered with wrinkles, her hair was nearly white, and she walked rather stiffly.
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