minikin

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for minikin
Adjective
  • Zooming in on the image, however, I was struck less by what Allen was up to—innocently snapping photos on the festival grounds—than what loomed behind her: an array of Native American-style tipis, forming a mini village just a stone’s throw away from the main stages.
    Christian Allaire, Vogue, 30 June 2025
  • New in select theaters on streaming on premium video on demand, Off the Grid stars Duhamel as Guy, a brilliant scientist hiding out in the wild from a megalomaniac employer who wants to weaponize his mini cold fusion reactor for nefarious purposes.
    Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Adjective
  • The look is elfin, but less shaggy than an elfish cut, often pulled off with a mod, micro-cut bang instead.
    Essence, Essence, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Chunky braids on the side of each model’s head to mimic horns emphasized the elfin quality of the beauty look.
    Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Some of the stunts and effects in this list absolutely dwarf that amount.
    Joe Salas June 07, New Atlas, 7 June 2025
  • Brooks investigates the same kind of phenomenon, but in the cores of dwarf galaxies.
    Stephen Clark – Jun 6, ArsTechnica, 6 June 2025
Adjective
  • And following a violent barn house showdown in which a diminutive, yet completely feral, octogenarian visibly grows new fangs, such suspicions are confirmed.
    Jon O'Brien, IndieWire, 10 June 2025
  • One-quarter of the way through the 21st Century, high-end SUVs are one of the dominant categories in the automotive market — every brand from Acura to Volvo has them, in sizes ranging from diminutive to Brobdingnagian.
    Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
Adjective
  • Kim always keeps two thin liner brushes on hand when painting micro fruit: one with extra-long bristles (to create the outlines of your designs) and one with slightly shorter bristles (for adding tiny details).
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 30 June 2025
  • Layering, shirting, micro shorts, while leather and denim are still strong.
    Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 30 June 2025
Adjective
  • Keep scrolling for more comfy, petite summer dresses from Amazon under $50.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2025
  • Petit Soleil This oh-so petite boutique has just 17 rooms and suites, which range from snug to downright palatial.
    Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2025
Adjective
  • The secure-fit wingtip design keeps them in place during workouts, and the pocket-size charging case provides up to 24 hours of total battery life.
    StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 19 June 2025
  • From Pocket To Party The new speakers range from a pocket-size model to a party-ready monster and include features like customizable audio, vibrant RGB lighting and the LabSync function for syncing audio across multiple JLab speakers by creating stereo pairs with a wider soundstage.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Adjective
  • 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
  • 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
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“Minikin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minikin. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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