measly
Example Sentences
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Sure, your friend probably just wanted a measly commission.
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
I have a friend—one measly friend—who’s sworn off Botox.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
Those measly gains were good enough for the latter two to notch fresh highs, their 16th and 12th so far in 2026, respectively.
From Barron's • May 11, 2026
You’ll need to pay up ahead of time if you’d like to indulge in a measly packet of Biscoff cookies or extra salty pretzels.
From Salon • May 7, 2026
Probably because they’re armed with more than a measly Q-tip.
From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden
Vocabulary lists containing measly
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