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nearly in French

nearly in French is presque — nearly means almost; very close to a particular amount, state, or outcome.

nearly in French

presque
adv
In close approximation; almost, virtually. [from 17th c.]

What does "nearly" mean?

  1. adv Almost; very close to a particular amount, state, or outcome.
    "I nearly dropped the tray when the door swung open."
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nearly in a sentence

  • I nearly dropped the tray when the door swung open.
  • It's nearly midnight.

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What is "nearly" in French?
"nearly" in French is presque. nearly means: Almost; very close to a particular amount, state, or outcome.
How do you use "nearly" in a sentence?
Example: "I nearly dropped the tray when the door swung open." In French, "nearly" is presque.
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