Definition of minusculenext

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Recent Examples of minuscule The Information heard from several small and mid-sized publishers in the program that Google’s AI payments are minuscule, equaling roughly one-tenth of one percent of their advertising revenue. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 30 Sep. 2026 Their job is to reduce the world to a series of numbers that can be punched into increasingly complex statistical equations and published in esoteric journals with high barriers to entry and minuscule readerships. — Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026 But the one that started it all, back in 1995, had a tiny budget, a minuscule crew and a first-time director — and may still be the form’s iconic best. — Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026 The difference between either posture is likely to be minuscule, with Chairman Kevin Warsh left to take a side and persuade his fellow officials. — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for minuscule
Recent Examples of Synonyms for minuscule
Adjective
  • But SpaceX would just go from EPS that’s a minuscule negative to a tiny positive.
    — Shawn Tully, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026
  • This tiny wearable device could record thousands of individual neurons simultaneously as animals swim, play, explore, and interact naturally.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • Even boats without visible mussels can transport the invasive species because microscopic larvae can survive in water left inside vessels and equipment.
    — Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • As the crust bakes, the water in the butter turns to steam, creating microscopic flaky layers—and a light, tender crust.
    — Melissa Weller, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Oct. 2026

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“Minuscule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minuscule. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026.

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