This word is almost neutral, that is an affair must take time to make the final decision. Almost is a word that could mean to come close to. Meaning coming near to. This word does have a growing of meanings and implications.

Almost could also be on the verge of something occurring. At the same time taking a breath is to avoid some sort of a calamity to occur. It could also mean he or she was on the verge of either a failure or success. As there is a difference between the two for the two are not similar.

DR.HASHIM S.H. BEHBEHANI