- superlative of few.
fewest
Example Sentences
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Hiring picked up in first half of 2026, but last year saw the fewest new jobs created in any year in which the economy was not in recession.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 6, 2026
This compares to 704 the previous year and was the fewest since at least 2021.
From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026
The Bruins are coming off a season in which they won just three games, their fewest in more than 54 years.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
When taking playing time into account, they've actually run the least and made the fewest sprints of the four sides remaining.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
Men and women alike sought ample delights with fewest sorrows.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
