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According to London's Met Police in late November, so far 254 out of the more than 2,000 arrested have been charged with a lesser offence which carries a sentence of up to six months.

From Barron's

The green revolution in Brazil—and, to a lesser extent, in Argentina—has dramatically expanded global exportable supplies of soy, corn, and beef.

From Barron's

Levy UK says it aims to use the whole animal, turning lesser cuts into burgers, curries and pies.

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She devoted an entire year to the lyrics alone, singing in 14 languages, over music that sits at the lesser explored intersection of classical, flamenco and avant-pop.

From BBC

"It comes down to choosing the lesser of two evils."

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