slightly

Example Sentences

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Total new orders continued to rise, while new export orders declined slightly, according to RatingDog.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Now, this is slightly contentious as this kit never actually made it to a World Cup.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The former British political strategist once led the polls, but has slipped slightly behind Becerra.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Also slightly bullish is a pickup in natural gas exports while production gains are modest, the firm adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The street curved slightly, and there was a break in the trees, so he had a full view of his own house.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix