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New2grammar Posted 19 years ago
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nearly/almost

We were [nearly/almost] the only people snorkelling in the marine park as the day was getting dark.

Are both correct? I know nearly is commonly used in this context but almost sounds fine to me too.

Thanks!
  

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nearly and almost are both good. I like practically also. practically the only people ...

  • nearly and almost are both good.
  • I like practically also.
  • practically the only people ...
  • CJ
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nearly and almost are both good. I like practically also. ... practically the only people ...

CJ

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