petite

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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

In the middle of the two-story space, May’s petite cafe sits tucked beneath the concrete staircase that leads to a terrace, the ideal place for cooling off mid shopping spree.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

Mireya, a petite and reserved woman, approached Franco’s driveway, her ear-flap beanie pulled snugly over her head, 12-year-old son following quietly.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 25, 2025

Kohl’s is trying to undo missteps that included scaling back petite sizes, fine jewelry and private brands in its stores.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 25, 2025

A woman’s petite body wrapped in white was being carried in an open coffin high above the heads of the mourners.

From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye