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adjective

Definition of minimumnext
as in lowest
being the least in amount, number, or size possible spent the minimum amount necessary to acquire the property

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minimum

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noun

as in modicum

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Recent Examples of minimum
Adjective
Starting pitcher Robert Gasser became the first lefty to go six shutout innings while facing the minimum number of opposing batters in a World Series game since legendary Hall of Famer Sandy Koufax. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026 Effective January 1, 2027, Fine Hotels + Resorts® bookings will require a minimum two-night stay to be eligible for the $600 Hotel Credit. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026
Noun
The New York Times reported that the Musk Foundation failed to give away the minimum amount of money it was supposed to in 2023 by a margin of $421 million. — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 29 Oct. 2026 In a state where the average resident with a credit report carries about $5,050 in card debt, the minimum is often the first factor that decides whether help is available. — Malana Vantyler, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for minimum
Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimum
  1. smallest
  2. modicum
  3. minimal
  4. minim
  5. semblance
  6. syllable
  7. ounce
  8. spark
Adjective
  • While that’s painful for house hunters, note that the surge was the 18th-smallest among states and trailed the 93% jump nationally.
    — Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
Definition of smallest
Noun
  • The black mesh gown swept the floor and featured a plunging V-neck bodice and pink crystallized adornments throughout, offering the musician a modicum of modesty in specific areas.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 18 Oct. 2026
  • The story might have at least a modicum of suspense if any of the upstanding townspeople were seen as struggling with the idea of murdering a trusted friend.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of modicum
Adjective
  • Its longer-term vision extends beyond autonomous aircraft to airports where loading, departures, landings, and turnaround operations require minimal human involvement.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026
  • To avoid aggravation, Czech recommends taking a minimal approach to physical exfoliation, which can cause micro-tears on the epidermis if you get carried away.
    — Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of minimal
Noun
  • Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat.
    — courant.com, courant.com, 30 June 2017
Definition of minim
Noun
  • Trouvé seems drawn to anything that implies a semblance of order and finding ways of shattering it along the way.
    — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
  • This team is comprised of multiple role players, but right now, their biggest semblance of a star is Brandon Miller.
    — David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of semblance
Noun
  • Escobar can begin teaching them letters, syllables and how to put words together.
    — Emily Woodruff, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Everything is there for a reason, each syllable answering directly to the melody.
    — Cary Baker, SPIN, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of syllable
Noun
  • Small candy packs of nine ounces or less are up 24% in dollar terms and 14% in units, while every larger package size is declining, according to NIQ.
    — Deena Zaidi, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Season four is the most enjoyable The Gilded Age has ever been, but wringing every ounce of pleasure out of the experience requires a willingness to approach this show with the right mind-set.
    — Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of ounce
Noun
  • Kane and Bedard switched sides on the power play against the Kings to create a spark.
    — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
  • The acquisition of point guard LaMelo Ball remade the lineup and gave the Timberwolves a fresh spark, moving Edwards back to his natural shooting guard spot.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of spark

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