lesser

Example Sentences

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“That greater power exists, why doesn’t the lesser power,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Sentencing, Sheriff Watson accepted Crampsie had a "lesser degree of culpability" but said her decision was "reckless" and it merited a jail sentence.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

“Rumanes was, simply put, promised one job and forced to accept another. And then he was cut loose for insisting on doing that lesser job with integrity and honesty,” according to the lawsuit.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Prices also rose for food, beverages, industrial supplies and, to a lesser extent, consumer goods.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

“It’s really great. You should watch it sometime. If you can bring yourself to watch a movie about a lesser sport.”

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed