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as in little
of a size that is less than average
a small cat who never weighed more than five pounds
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as in slim
small in degree
your chances of winning the lottery are so small that it's best not to count on it
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as in minor
lacking importance
reluctant to bring such a small matter to the boss's attention
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as in petty
not broad or open in views or opinions
townspeople who were helpful to one another but who also could be small and intolerant
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Recent Examples of small
Chocolate chips can provide small amounts of nutrients, although the exact nutritional profile depends on the type.
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Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
27 June 2026
Then, check out even more small crossbody bags and water bottle holders below.
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Clint Davis,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
After taking over Times Square on Monday night, a somewhat smaller contingent of Norwegians two days later seized control of the centerfield bleachers at Citi Field.
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Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
26 June 2026
There are also French, Japanese, sushi, Cantonese, yakitori and Italian restaurants within the property, plus a small Bar Oak for a nightcap.
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David Hochman,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
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Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
27 June 2026
Then, check out even more small crossbody bags and water bottle holders below.
—
Clint Davis,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
After taking over Times Square on Monday night, a somewhat smaller contingent of Norwegians two days later seized control of the centerfield bleachers at Citi Field.
—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
26 June 2026
There are also French, Japanese, sushi, Cantonese, yakitori and Italian restaurants within the property, plus a small Bar Oak for a nightcap.
—
David Hochman,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for small
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Selena Gomez took the little black dress to a new level ahead of longtime friend Taylor Swift’s wedding.
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That little green or yellow can in the grocery store that boasts pictures of pears, cherries, grapes, and other fruit on the label?
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With ultra-slim Republican margins in the House and Senate, Congress is having a tough time doing just the basics of legislating, let alone passing controversial legislation.
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For example, slim velvet hangers save room on the rod and help slippery items stay put.
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Three other people in the vehicle, including a 6-month-old, had minor injuries, the report said.
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The adult and child had minor to moderate injuries and were taken to the hospital, the fire department said.
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The killing has drawn comparisons to other instances of other Black people who lost their life in cases of accusations of petty criminal offenses, such as the murder of George Floyd.
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Some were petty — like Reese committing a foul against Clark, then jerking her head back, impersonating Clark as a flopper.
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Fossils unearthed by archaeologists in the Liang Bua cave on the Indonesian island of Flores in 2003 led to the discovery of the diminutive hominin.
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What's neat about this model is that despite its diminutive size, it's got four buttons that cover its most essential functions, as well as a preview screen on the back.
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There's a marginal risk of severe weather near the Twin Cities, with a slight risk in the central and northwestern part of the state.
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Man, to see that Curaçao player — in a moment that’s quite important to him, that is earned over so many years of effort — give a slight nod to the invisible man, that warms my heart and brings a smile to my face.
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Many of Haaland’s bags are actually Haut à Courroies (HAC), the model that the Birkin is based off, but with a slightly taller and narrower profile.
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But with 10,000 baby boomers reportedly retiring every day and millions of businesses approaching a transition point, the window to get it right is narrow.
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Even tiny electromagnetic disturbances can disrupt the quantum states that perform calculations, reducing the accuracy and reliability of the system.
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What Uranus will look like Uranus should resemble a tiny greenish star and will appear only about 1/63 as bright as Mars.
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“Small.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/small. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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