petite
Example Sentences
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Her eyes sting with tears as the petite cakes thunk to the bottom of the trash.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 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 privacy policy it puts forth does have the benefit of transparency, but ultimately, it’s just a list of what Avast collects, with only a petite section that lists what it doesn’t collect.
From Salon ● Mar. 21, 2026
Mrs. Charlotte Phelan’s Guide to Husband-Hunting, Rule Number One: a pretty, petite girl should accentuate with makeup and good posture.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
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