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modicum

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


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Only “WNBA,” with its narcotic synths and modicum of hooks, invites repeated plays.

From The Wall Street Journal May 19, 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

All that matters, she said, "is who stays longer and who provides some modicum of security and justice when they're in place."

From Barron's Nov. 18, 2025

That flicker, that tiny modicum in Kamau’s eyes, was the part of him the hasira leaf’s poison couldn’t reach.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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