Example Sentences

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To address their PTO gap, the two accepted that James will pretty much always be on the clock.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

"I think we will pretty soon either make a deal or do whatever we have to do," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

So it’s pretty much been the same players and will pretty much stay the same players.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 12, 2025

Earlier this year, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said Chinese EVs are so good that without trade barriers, “they will pretty much demolish most other car companies in the world.”

From Seattle Times • May 12, 2024

"Don't you believe that will pretty nearly fit the depression in the fireplace just above the shelf?"

From The Second Violin by Richmond, Grace S. (Grace Smith)