mere

Example Sentences

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But Americans shouldn’t delude themselves that Taiwan is a mere dot on the map and a charity case.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Conversely, critics have been the ones quick to deem the film mere sensationalism, seemingly clinging to preconceived notions about how certain themes should be talked about within the medium.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

But since the deal was for a mere 2 million doses over three years, the HIV community was largely unimpressed.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Defining the line between productive uses of capital and mere speculation is a never-ending battle.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

The mere mention of fleas made the children squirm and scratch.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood