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Adjective
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Semi-dwarf varieties grow to between 3 and 8 feet tall, while giant sunflowers grow at least 8 feet tall.—
Alexandra Jones,
The Spruce,
11 May 2026 -
French marigolds offer excellent pest protection, available in both dwarf and full sizes to suit any garden space.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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If allowed to outgrow their pots, any of these types of plants can become stunted.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 May 2026
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Crowding leads to disease, pests and stunted growth.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Despite their tiny size, the devices delivered some of the strongest efficiencies reported for ultrathin perovskite solar technology.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
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The kibble is smaller and meant for tiny mouths.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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Its full 360-degree swivel head and extra-scrubby (yet extra-gentle) mopping pads were similarly made with bigger messes in mind.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
29 Apr. 2026
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Something about the slightly sticky, scrubby texture of a dryer sheet makes quick work of dusting.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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According to luxury online resale platform Janefinds, the teeny-tiny piece was made to be worn as a necklace, crossbody or charm, but Kardashian decided to ditch the chainlink strap altogether for a more traditional look.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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Look for Japanese or purple Thai eggplants—teeny, round eggplants—at Asian grocery stores.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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During an appearance at a Savannah Bananas game at Angel Stadium, Hough started a dance routine by tossing a miniature mirrorball to Olson, who shrugged toward the camera.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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The researchers said the setup avoids the wiring complexity found in conventional miniature sensors.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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The booklouse, which has not been found outdoors in Alaska, feeds on teensy bits of mold that form on formerly living things, including food.—
Ned Rozell | Alaska Science,
Anchorage Daily News,
4 Feb. 2023
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And After That, a teensy McAllen, Tx.-based clothing company that inventively—and often cheekily—pays homage to movies and bands with shirts, T-shirts and hoodies.—
Jacob Gallagher,
WSJ,
3 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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Start checking the rice after about 15 minutes; the grains should be tender but not mushy, with a slightly firm center that doesn’t leave a chalky or bitty residue between your teeth after tasting.—
Carla Lalli Music,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
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Little-bitty trains coming this way, that way.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Runty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/runty. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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