minimum

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"Considering the ages of those requesting to join, we have now lowered the minimum age to 12 years old, because children aged 12–13 want to be involved," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

The England international usually keeps touches on the ball to a minimum but she did what it took to escape tricky situations when pressure was building.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Australia holds roughly 37 days' worth of petrol in reserve, according to government figures, far below the 90-day minimum dictated by the International Energy Agency.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

The Low Pay Commission, the government agency which recommended the increases, said previous minimum wage rises for over-21s had "not had a significant negative impact on jobs".

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

He told Brother Mumford that every righteous man should have, at minimum, a ten-year supply of food, fuel, guns and gold.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover