minor
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Store owners say they are being squeezed for cash over what they claim are minor violations.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
A zero-percent target would leave little room for error, as even a minor shock could result in deflation, or falling prices, arguably as bad an outcome, or worse, than inflation.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Despite being classed as a minor road, Turner Road is home to Colchester's hospital and a primary care centre.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
A recent trial in Shorewood, Wis., had all the trappings of a minor legal dispute.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
“A minor inconvenience. As chairman, it is well within my powers to appoint a new trustee. Fortunately, we have a perfect candidate right here. I appoint Lady Constance Ashton.”
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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