nothing short of
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—used to give emphasis to a description
His recovery was nothing short of miraculous.
That treatment is nothing short of torture!
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Michael Pink, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
His revival of the brand into a global powerhouse has been nothing short of remarkable.
—Ian Malone, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2025
Currently, not every state provides free lunch for all students, which is nothing short of a travesty.
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Michael Pink, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
His revival of the brand into a global powerhouse has been nothing short of remarkable.
—Ian Malone, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2025
Currently, not every state provides free lunch for all students, which is nothing short of a travesty.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
Eclipse season will be nothing short of unpredictable, so buckle up!
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
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“Nothing short of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nothing%20short%20of. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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