miniscule
Example Sentences
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Negotiations have often gone late into the night, producing miniscule advances and leaving diplomats drained -- especially those from small countries with only a handful of staff in Geneva covering every branch of the UN.
From Barron's ● Jul. 6, 2026
David Hudson, who owns the Quintessentially English shop in the village, said it was "brilliant" to be a "miniscule" part of Parr's legacy.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
“One percent, one percent!” the team chanted as they danced in circles in the locker room—referring to their miniscule chances of surviving this far.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 27, 2026
“For us to be headed into an election like this, where you’re willing to spend so much money to confront miniscule odds—It’s something you only do if it’s so important to you,” Nelson said.
From Slate ● Nov. 4, 2025
Where could she find such a miniscule keyhole?
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
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