just barely
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In the wake of the midterm elections, how many people in this country are living in poverty or just barely above the poverty line?
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 4, 2026
Rams safety Kamren Kinchens prevented Shakir from scoring when he just barely managed to trip up the Buffalo receiver.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2026
"I think US officials would say China is doing just barely enough to maintain the agreement and no more," Kritenbrink said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 26, 2026
Appreciated by both men and women, the new male lead is either boldly or just barely bisexual—and he’s suddenly everywhere.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 14, 2026
“Don’t,” he said, one eye just barely cracked open.
From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken
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