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Nearly

usgb/ˈnɪrli/Volume
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Common IntensifiersPlay
Use 'very' or 'so' with 'nearly' to emphasize the small gap to completion. SlideI'm so nearly done with this project.
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Progress IndicationPlay
Use 'nearly' to show progress but indicate something still lacks a bit for completion. SlideThe building is nearly complete, just the paint job left.
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Implying ChangePlay
Indicate that the subject was and now it's nearly to imply change over time. SlideThe garden was empty; now it's nearly full of flowers.