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petite

[puh-teet] / pəˈtit /


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Such things make the petite artist feel “taller and larger than life.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026

Following a series of pop-ups, the French brand finds home in a petite new space at Brentwood Country Mart, offering a curated selection of its clothing and accessories.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2026

However, her ties to the petite property remain—a fact that the listing was quick to call attention to, describing the three-bedroom abode as “Dolly Parton’s former Idyllwild retreat—a home as iconic as the legend herself.”

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 23, 2026

The event’s official app will eventually start sending notifications reminding fans to stay hydrated and to seek medical attention if needed, but the water remains $4 and the free cups remain petite.

From Slate ● Jun. 16, 2026

“The principal’s office is this way,” whispered a petite woman with dark hair and glasses.

From "Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High" by Melba Pattillo Beals




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