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Discontent is also spreading among employees at Samsung affiliates including Samsung Display, Samsung SDI and Samsung Electro-Mechanics, which are separately listed and offer significantly smaller bonuses.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

The NanoNeedle Scope 2.0, developed by medical device company Arthrex, is only 1.9 mm—less than a tenth of an inch—resulting in a smaller incision, less tissue damage and faster healing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

But the Sweden striker has endured a year to forget, with a serious ankle injury that included a fibula fracture ruling him out for three months and other smaller issues affecting his availability.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

If someone claims early, they’ll receive smaller payments for additional years and can invest them — for, say, 7% annually before inflation, based on the stock market’s historic averages.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

He stood by the smaller fire in front of the doorway, gnawing his thumbnail and glaring at Torak.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver