Nearly
Adverb
UK
/ˈnɪə.li/
US
/ˈnɪr.li/
Definition
Almost, but not completely or exactly.
Example
"I nearly slipped."
"She nearly missed the bus because she woke up late, but luckily it arrived a few minutes behind schedule."
"The project is nearly complete, needing only a few small adjustments before it can be finalized."
Explanation
“Nearly” is used to show that something is very close to happening, being true, or being complete, but not fully there. It describes an avmount, action, or situation that is just short of the final point. For example, if you nearly finished your work, it means only a small part is left. If something nearly costs $10, it’s just a bit less. It helps express closeness without reaching the exact point.