hardly

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The software apocalypse story is hardly the only source of uncertainty about Oracle’s future.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

If Pulte is personally connected to The Fellowship, he’d hardly be alone in the administration’s upper ranks.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

The contrast between the Mercedes drivers - and supposed title rivals - after the Monaco Grand Prix could hardly have been more stark.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Which is why Mr. Pulte is hardly alone in pulling multiple duty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

I asked the mother’s permission to borrow the infant: the little thing weighed hardly anything in my arms.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom