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Virtually
Virtually adverb - Very close to but not completely.
Usage example: fell in love with a man who was virtually penniless
Near is a synonym for virtually. You can use "Near" instead the word "Virtually" as an adverb or a preposition. popular alternative
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Unlike Raigeki, which can be evaded by certain card effects, Snatch Steal has far more versatility, and has become a near staple in almost any deck, similar to how BLS was being run in virtually any deck - it was just that good.
- Mai-Otome — after the events of the Mood Whiplash Wham Episode near the midpoint of the series, Arika is virtually catatonic.
Source: Heroic BSOD / Anime and Manga - Stack all three with some Speed Cast equipment, and she can cast virtually any spell near instantly.
Source: Game Breaker / Tales Series
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