Word: ALMOST
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Definition of ALMOST
- Something or someone that doesn't quite make it.
"In all the submissions, they found four papers that were clearly worth publishing and another dozen almosts."
- Very close to, not quite.
"Almost all people went there. - Not all but very close to it."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "almost" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "almost" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ALMOST a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is ALMOST worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in ALMOST? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing ALMOST:
- # the almost effect
- # master of almost
- # playing with almost
- # in terms of almost
Hook Words
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