well nigh

/ˌwɛlˈnaɪ/
adverb
  1. Almost; very nearly.
    • The project is well-nigh finished; we just need to add the final touches.
    • Finding a parking spot downtown on a Saturday is well-nigh hopeless.
    • Climbing that mountain is well-nigh impossible without proper gear.
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