Meaning of the word "nearly all" in English

What does "nearly all" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

nearly all

US /ˈnɪr.li ɔːl/
UK /ˈnɪə.li ɔːl/

Phrase

almost all; very close to the entirety of something

Example:
Nearly all the students passed the exam.
We've finished nearly all the work for today.