English Dictionary
Definition next to in British English
next to phrase
phrase
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used for showing that you are not including the person or thing that is really the best, biggest, worst etc when you are making a comparison
Synonyms and related words
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when compared to someone or something
Example
Next to Tony, we're all geniuses.
Synonyms and related words
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used before negative words to mean 'almost but not completely'
Example
Even if we practise all week, it will be next to impossible to win.
