As near as damn it/dammit

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adverb

Almost exactly; very close in amount or level; almost completely or entirely.

The finished product was as near as damn it perfect.
Visual representation of "as near as damn it/dammit" - Almost exactly; very close in amount or level; almost completely or entirely.

Often appears as...

  • as near as damn it perfect
  • as near as damn it impossible

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British Colloquialism

This phrase is mostly used in the UK and might not be understood in other English-speaking regions.

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Overseas, you might not hear 'as near as damn it' often, but in Britain, it's common.
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Informal Tone

The phrase is informal, so it's not suitable for formal writing or speeches.

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In an academic essay, avoid saying 'The results were as near as damn it accurate.'
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Exaggerated Precision

Used to express that something is practically precise, while acknowledging a tiny margin of error.

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He guessed the weight as near as damn it—it was only off by an ounce.
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