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least

[leest] / list /
ADJECTIVE
slightest, smallest
Synonyms
STRONG
bottom first gutter infinitesimal last minimum minute nadir second third
WEAK
atomic entry-level feeblest fewest finical lowest meanest microcosmic microscopic minimal minutest molecular most trivial next to nothing niggling piddling poorest short-end tiniest trivial unimportant
Antonyms
STRONG
big huge large substantial
WEAK
most

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Among those, at least 140 million barrels are beyond the blockade zone, according to Emma Li, lead China oil-market analyst at Vortexa.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Tracking data showed that at least two vessels travelled in and out of the Gulf unimpeded having either dropped off or picked up food at Iranian ports.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Donald Trump has told at least one journalist that a deal is still possible in the next few days.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

The U.S. and Iran no longer plan to meet for peace talks in Pakistan on Wednesday, but Tehran can boast at least a small win despite the ongoing U.S. blockade of Iranian ports.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

But at least it was near a wall where I could keep my swollen legs elevated.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom

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