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slight

[slahyt] / slaɪt /






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This leak stabilized the pressure build-up, but it appears the area has seen a slight but steady ground uplift in recent months.

From The Wall Street Journal

Yet beyond warming up these generally chilly proceedings it doesn’t add up to much, ultimately feeling too slight to offer a fulfilling resolution.

From The Wall Street Journal

There has been a slight uptick this season and he remains the team's leading receiver, but Kelce has registered just one reception in two of the past three games.

From BBC

A minor misstep or bout of ill-preparation comes with dire consequences, from the slightest of ankle sprains to bygone absent frostbitten fingers.

From Los Angeles Times

Iamaleava’s passing accuracy enjoyed a slight uptick from his final season at Tennessee, where he helped the Volunteers reach the College Football Playoff.

From Los Angeles Times