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UK//səʊ dæm kloʊs//US//soʊ dæm kloʊs//

Meaning of So damn close

Almost reaching a goal or the desired outcome.

In simple words: Almost there, very near to something.

So damn close in a sentence

  • I could see the finish line; I was so damn close to winning the race.
  • We were so damn close to closing the deal, but it fell apart at the last minute.
  • After months of studying, I was so damn close to passing the exam.
  • He was so damn close to achieving his dreams, only one step left.
  • They need just one vote; they're so damn close to winning the election.

How to use So damn close

Use this phrase in casual conversations to express frustration or excitement about being near a goal. It's not suitable for formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of being really close to a finish line and feeling intense emotion.

Related words

Collocations with So damn close

  • so damn close to victory
  • so damn close to finishing
  • so damn close to the target

Synonyms for So damn close

  • nearly there
  • very close
  • just about
  • almost
  • so close

Common mistakes with So damn close

  • Overusing in formal settings.
  • Confusing with 'so close' without the 'damn'.
  • Using with a negative tone when it can be positive.

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Frequently asked questions about So damn close

What does So damn close mean?

Almost there, very near to something.

What is the definition of So damn close?

Almost reaching a goal or the desired outcome.

How do you use So damn close in a sentence?

I could see the finish line; I was so damn close to winning the race.

Can you give another example of So damn close?

We were so damn close to closing the deal, but it fell apart at the last minute.

What are synonyms for So damn close?

Common alternatives include nearly there, very close, just about, almost, so close.

What words go with So damn close?

It commonly pairs with so damn close to victory, so damn close to finishing, so damn close to the target.

What are common mistakes when using So damn close?

Overusing in formal settings. Confusing with 'so close' without the 'damn'. Using with a negative tone when it can be positive.

How do you pronounce So damn close?

US: //soʊ dæm kloʊs//, UK: //səʊ dæm kloʊs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is So damn close formal or informal?

"So damn close" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use So damn close?

Use this phrase in casual conversations to express frustration or excitement about being near a goal. It's not suitable for formal contexts.