Not anywhere near/nowhere near

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adverb

A lot less than something, or far from being.

Your estimate is nowhere near the actual amount.
Visual representation of "not anywhere near/nowhere near" - A lot less than something, or far from being.

Often appears as...

  • nowhere near accurate
  • nowhere near enough
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Underestimate Often

Use to suggest something is much less or smaller than believed or hoped.

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He's nowhere near as tall as I expected.
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Not Close In Actions

Indicates someone's actions or progress are far from the desired point.

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I am nowhere near finishing my essay.
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Express Disappointment

Can express a strong disappointment or dissatisfaction with the current state.

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The team's performance was nowhere near good enough.
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