nothing less than
idiom
1
—used to give emphasis to a description
The idea is nothing less than revolutionary.
2
—used to say that something is the least that a situation, person, etc., requires or will accept
He demands nothing less than the best service.
I want nothing less than a full refund!
This job requires nothing less than our best effort.
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The Path To Resilience The current era of economic nationalism and trade uncertainty demands nothing less than a fundamental reimagining of both your local and global business strategy.
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Mustansir Paliwala, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
While Melissa Caruso was named the Frost’s new general manager in September, the title defense effort was clearly on Klee’s shoulders, with fans expecting nothing less than another lap around the rink with the Walter Cup.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 28 May 2025
And while May in America is recognized as Asian American Pacific Islander Month, pride is complicated when we’re also saddled with a president who seems nothing less than hellbent on stifling the voices and celebration of any minority population.
—Juliet Izon, Vogue, 7 May 2025
Of course, Colman Domingo would make nothing less than a regal entrance on fashion’s biggest night.
—Ruth Etiesit Samuel, Essence, 5 May 2025
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Mustansir Paliwala, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
While Melissa Caruso was named the Frost’s new general manager in September, the title defense effort was clearly on Klee’s shoulders, with fans expecting nothing less than another lap around the rink with the Walter Cup.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 28 May 2025
And while May in America is recognized as Asian American Pacific Islander Month, pride is complicated when we’re also saddled with a president who seems nothing less than hellbent on stifling the voices and celebration of any minority population.
—Juliet Izon, Vogue, 7 May 2025
Of course, Colman Domingo would make nothing less than a regal entrance on fashion’s biggest night.
—Ruth Etiesit Samuel, Essence, 5 May 2025
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“Nothing less than.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nothing%20less%20than. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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