“Almost” vs. “Almost All”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 6, 2023
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The difference between “almost” and “almost all”
- Almost refers to a high degree of closeness or approximation, while almost all refers to a vast majority or completeness.
- Almost can be used for any amount or quantity, while almost all implies a significant amount or majority.
- Almost acknowledges the possibility of falling short, while almost all indicates a very high degree of completeness or amount.
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What is the definition of “almost” and “almost all”?
Almost
- Almost means very close to but not quite.
- It indicates a very high degree of closeness or approximation to the thing mentioned.
- It can also be used to express nearly, practically, or virtually.
Almost all
- Almost all means a vast majority or almost all of the things mentioned.
- It indicates a very high degree of completeness, amount, or quantity.
- It acknowledges that there may be some exceptions, but they are insignificant.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Almost” is the more popular variant on the web.
More popular
Almost
3,330,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- I almost missed my flight because of the heavy traffic.
- The movie was almost finished when the power went out.
- I almost dropped the cake when the doorbell rang.
Almost all
403,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- Almost all of the students in the class passed their exams.
- Almost all of the food prepared for the party was consumed.
- Almost all of the passengers on the plane wore their seatbelts during take-off and landing.
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