marginal

Example Sentences

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South Korea’s technology scene is still dominated by the conglomerates known as chaebols, with startups playing a marginal role.

From The Wall Street Journal

Hospitals operate at minimal capacity when still open, and schools exist only as sporadic or marginal initiatives.

From Barron's

Visibility was "marginal" due to dense fog at the time, the aviation regulator said.

From BBC

China’s selling has been relentless, but its effect on the market is marginal because other countries have made up for the loss of demand.

From Barron's

Having secured the NFC's top seed, the Seahawks earned a first-round bye and home advantage, and are marginal Super Bowl favourites ahead of the Rams, who they beat in overtime in week 16.

From BBC