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Not nearly

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Expectation GapPlay
Use 'not nearly' to indicate a greater-than-expected difference between two things or situations. SlideThe movie was not nearly as exciting as the trailer suggested.
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Intensity ReducedPlay
'Not nearly' minimizes the intensity or degree of the quality being described. SlideShe was not nearly as concerned about the test results as her parents were.
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Comparative ContextsPlay
'Not nearly' is often used when comparing and highlighting a significant shortfall. SlideOur team is not nearly as prepared as the competition.
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