slight
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Saini says his university did see a slight dip in international admissions after 2023, driven both by tighter visa rules and diplomatic tensions - but calls it "collateral damage" rather than a direct hit.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Lee said she still notices slight differences when she speaks.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
The company delivered 3,093 vehicles to customers in the March quarter, a slight decline from a year earlier.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
Deliveries in China were down 15% to 548,700 vehicles, but Volkswagen said it recorded a slight gain in market share.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
“That’s brilliant!” exclaimed Brooklyn, earning a slight smile from Kat.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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