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micro

[mahy-kroh] / ˈmaɪ kroʊ /
ADJECTIVE
very small in size, scope
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The discrepancy between the macro and micro perspectives shows how.

From Slate • May 11, 2026

These are people, Halsey says, “who have summoned a love and care that I’ve admired, both on a micro and macro level.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

First, "building micro experiences" on your CV, such as running a community project or getting a day's work experience, she says.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

I’m of that micro generation between Gen X and Millennials, those born between 1978-1983, referred to somewhat embarrassingly as Xennials.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

For a few moments nothing but white noise emanated from the micro speakers, then Artemis heard the sharp click of a mike button.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer




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