as in diminutive
of a size that is less than average
a bantam comedian who is known to fellow performers for his oversize ego
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Recent Examples of bantam
Tim MacWelch, Outdoor Life, 9 Sep. 2019
Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2024
In the years that followed, that little chick grew up to become a healthy adult bantam hen named Peanut.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Sep. 2023
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Adjective
Tipping the scales at a bantam weight of only 1.14 pounds, and less than a foot long, even the gram-conscious minimalists have to take notice.
—Tim MacWelch, Outdoor Life, 9 Sep. 2019
Noun
He was drafted third overall in the 1995 WHL bantam draft, per Hockey Draft Central.
—Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2024
In the years that followed, that little chick grew up to become a healthy adult bantam hen named Peanut.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Sep. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bantam
Adjective
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While cultivated throughout Germany and in limited quantities throughout continental Europe, the diminutive white grape, often compared to grüner veltliner or an unoaked chardonnay, rarely gets much attention.—
Anna Lee Iijima,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2025
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That led to a song-and-dance number in which Brunson honored other diminutive celebrities, like the gymnast Simone Biles and the rapper Kendrick Lamar, as well as the pop star Sabrina Carpenter, who joined her in a cameo appearance.—
Dave Itzkoff,
New York Times,
4 May 2025
Adjective
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The Court of International Trade previously rejected the small businesses' request to temporarily pause the tariffs while their lawsuit went forward, but then quickly scheduled Tuesday’s court hearing to decide whether to rule against the tariffs or impose a longer-term pause.—
Dietrich Knauth,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Instead, Atkinson took up golf for the first time and renewed his connection to scientific research, not the least of which was how a small white ball repeatedly avoids a hole in the ground.—
Barbara Bry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Sure, this group’s name is a punchline, lifted from a peewee soccer team that never won a game (the title doesn’t appear until the very end, immediately followed by a different name for this posse).—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2025
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Estevez, 62, played Gordon Bombay — an attorney–turned–unwilling peewee hockey coach who leads his team to victory against all odds — in the original film, released in 1992, as well as the two Mighty Ducks sequels, 1994’s D2: The Mighty Ducks and 1996’s D3: The Mighty Ducks.—
Virginia Chamlee,
People.com,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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On the comparable activities, there was little in the way of either selling horses or otherwise disposing of them.—
Peter J Reilly,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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And while most Americans have heard about the stock market fluctuations, 20 percent have heard little about them or nothing at all.—
Ruth Igielnik,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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Built with water-resistant polyester, this spacious duffel has a dedicated shoe compartment, an end pocket for wet or dirty clothes, a multi-pocket compression panel for organization, and an interior divider curtain that can be removed to hold bulky clothes or outdoor gear.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Jan. 2025
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The Vault by Vans x Nicole McLaughlin Collection includes special-edition versions of the iconic Vans Slip-On VP VR3 LX with adaptations—think canvas pockets and easy-carry heel straps—inspired by a classic multi-pocket garden tote and workwear bucket bag often used on construction job sites.—
Hollyanna McCollom,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Mar. 2023
Adjective
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During the war, the U.S. military printed more than a million tiny paperback books for men to carry into battle, called Armed Services Editions.—
Martha Hall Kelly,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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These tiny crystals form in magma and absorb trace amounts of uranium, which decays over time into lead.—
Ella Jeffries,
Smithsonian Magazine,
16 May 2025
Noun
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The Frontierland concept is still present, complete with a pony ranch and a stagecoach, as is a haunted house and a land themed to miniatures, a concept that would ultimately become the Storybook Land Canal Boats.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2025
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Half-prank, half-pastiche and 100% punk rock, the film’s mishmash aesthetics are due to the many artists who volunteered to build out Drew’s gender-bending Gotham City by any means necessary, from animation to stop-motion to miniatures.—
Amy Nicholson,
Twin Cities,
1 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Smart Modes That Support Daily Routines Central to the appeal of this ductless mini split is its intuitive approach to climate control and energy use.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Her mini wore a mint green ski suit with red ski goggles, stealing the moment.—
Essence,
Essence,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Bantam.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bantam. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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