less than

Example Sentences

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A recent trip to a theme park in Copenhagen cost less than a trip to somewhere similar in the UK, she told the programme.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

But he notes that this is far less than the risk and insurance cost during the war.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

“Private plans have never been paid less than FFS Medicare,” says MedPAC, referring to fee-for-service or traditional, government-run Medicare.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

The deal, which would also re-open the Strait of Hormuz, was confirmed less than two hours before Donald Trump’s proposed Tuesday night deadline.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

“Can’t talk, Anthony!” he said, glancing back just long enough to see Anthony flicker in and out of view, less than six inches from his face.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny