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almost
/ɔːl.ˈməʊst/
副詞
The word functions as a marker of proximity, signaling that a threshold is extremely close but has not yet been crossed. It carries a sense of 'just short of' or 'nearly there,' creating a tension between the current state and the intended goal. Depending on context, it can evoke frustration (almost winning) or anticipation (almost time to go). Unlike 'nearly,' which is often more neutral, 'almost' frequently emphasizes the narrow gap between failure and success, or the final moments before a change in state.