Indicates something is nearly, but not exactly, the same in quality or value.

Comparative Strength

The phrase often emphasizes close similarity, not exact equivalence.

Not Literal

Can suggest a touch of irony or resignation towards the compared subject.

Suggests that something is very likely to happen or be true.

Used to say that an action or event is effectively completed or certain to occur.

Suggests an end result is already determined by the current state of things.

Affirms that something meets a high standard, often equaling the best.

Sometimes suggests that nothing could be better than the compared item.

Used to encourage or reassure that a condition or situation is satisfactory.