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modicum

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


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Yesterday’s short-lived euphoria reflected what one strategist called “a kind of pent-up demand for a modicum of good news.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

Yes, traders may be overweight the sector, and parts are richly valued in terms of price-to-earnings multiples, but such factors have caused only a modicum of exposure reduction by investors so far.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 2, 2026

“Eternity” understands the desperation for a modicum of autonomy in this world, yet cleverly reminds viewers that having a choice doesn’t necessarily make life any easier.

From Salon • Nov. 27, 2025

She just expected a modicum of mutual respect from those she taught.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro




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