minimum

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The mandatory minimum sentence is 10 years in prison.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

For instance, states along the West Coast are seeing higher annual temperature extremes, while many northern states are experiencing warmer minimum temperatures.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

With a Roth IRA, you get significant tax advantages, including tax-free growth and qualified withdrawals, and no required minimum distributions if you are the original owner.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

For example, traditional IRAs have minimum payouts called RMDs that begin at age 73 and increase annually.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Getting sent out meant the minimum wage—minus Uncle Sam’s share—for as many hours as you were needed.

From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler