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As near as damn it/dammit

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British ColloquialismPlay
This phrase is mostly used in the UK and might not be understood in other English-speaking regions. SlideOverseas, you might not hear 'as near as damn it' often, but in Britain, it's common.
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Informal TonePlay
The phrase is informal, so it's not suitable for formal writing or speeches. SlideIn an academic essay, avoid saying 'The results were as near as damn it accurate.'
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Used to express that something is practically precise, while acknowledging a tiny margin of error. SlideHe guessed the weight as near as damn it—it was only off by an ounce.
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