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less than

PREPOSITION
beneath
Synonyms
STRONG
below
WEAK
lesser lower than subject subordinate unbefitting under underneath unworthy of
Antonyms
WEAK
above higher over superior

Example Sentences

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News of the cease-fire has caused bond prices to rise modestly and the yield to fall — but by less than you might expect.

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

The Foxes appealed the decision two weeks later - and less than 24 hours after the club appointed Gary Rowett as their new interim head coach until the end of the season.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

It earned less than $500 million in 2025.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Professor Treebaun walked in a moment later, looking decidedly grumpier than usual at being called in so early to monitor a test he’d watched me fail less than twenty-four hours ago.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin