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modicum

[mod-i-kuhm, moh-di-] / ˈmɒd ɪ kəm, ˈmoʊ dɪ- /


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Safe passes, little zeal, only a modicum of fire and emotion.

From BBC Sep. 17, 2026

That would require the film to be conceived, shot and edited with even a modicum of foresight.

From Salon Apr. 25, 2026

Given a modicum of hope, there’s always room to make matters worse.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 30, 2026

At least not without a modicum of heartbreak.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 23, 2025

It's like I'm slowly gaining a modicum of respect.

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon




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