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minimal

[min-uh-muhl] / ˈmɪn ə məl /


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"Even with maximum adjustment to our settings, the room for manoeuvre remains minimal" for TotalEnergies, he added.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

This layout ensures that each beam covers a specific region with minimal overlap.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

But Gen Bewick says the damage was minimal.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

At my age, I want minimal to moderate risk.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Everyone was, at a minimal estimate, “a good egg” or “a decent sort,” and motivation was never judged to be at variance with outward show.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan