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NEARLY

(adverb)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Nearly.

How to pronounce nearly:

US

Nearly - as an adverb

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

Example: "The job is (just) about done"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aboutalmostmostnearnighvirtuallywell-nigh

In a close manner

Example: "The two phenomena are intimately connected"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
closelyintimately

Example Sentences

"I nearly missed the bus this morning."
"He nearly caught the ball, but it slipped through his fingers."
"She nearly fainted when she heard the news."
"We nearly reached the summit of the mountain before the storm hit."
"They nearly crashed into each other while driving recklessly."
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Word Game Points

Is NEARLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, nearly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NEARLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is NEARLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nearly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NEARLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is NEARLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nearly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NEARLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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