diminutive

Example Sentences

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The diminutive southpaw came out of retirement last year.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

The more diminutive the firm, the better its performance was over that stretch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

Called Giant, the film chronicles the boxer's journey from being a diminutive working-class boy to an international superstar - who only lost one fight.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026

Fearing he’s a has-been, the diminutive, balding Hart slowly succumbs to self-loathing.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 17, 2025

He couldn’t help admiring the trim appearance and bold manner of this diminutive seafaring character.

From "Stuart Little" by E.B. White