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Example Sentences
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“The ramp of Nvidia’s Rubin GPU has been delayed due to issues related to the qualification of HBM4 at SK Hynix and to a lesser extent Micron,” Vinh wrote.
From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026
The current SEP IRA contribution limit for individuals over 50 is the lesser of 25% of compensation or $72,000, according to the Internal Revenue Service.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026
But in Los Angeles, Bill Essayli wields the power of a top prosecutor under a lesser title: “first assistant.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
"It has become so apparent in the Premier League, not just used by so-called lesser teams," said Robinson.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
The Xi remained here in Taninli, but the lesser fay retreated to their own hollows and mountains and forests.
From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.