as in slightest
being the least in amount, number, or size possible
at one time atoms were thought to be the tiniest particles of matter
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Recent Examples of tiniest
Ziels believes some of nature’s tiniest organisms could play a massive role in solving major environmental challenges, especially as cities worldwide face mounting pressure around waste and clean energy.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025
Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tiniest
Adjective
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At a time when the Mavericks need as much good will, or PR, as possible, filing a lawsuit against the Dallas Stars is petty, small and mean.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Nov. 2025
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The Senate vote to temporarily reopen the government sparked intense controversy within the Democratic Party, as a small group of its senators joined Republicans in backing a deal that did not guarantee the extension of Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, a key Democratic priority.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Pin oak and persimmon seeds are smaller and the minimum order for those is five pounds.—
Karl Schneider,
IndyStar,
11 Nov. 2025
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Even the minimum requirement — qualifying for the Champions League — depends on it because six points out of a possible 18 away from home so far is pitiful.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Tiniest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tiniest. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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