measly

Example Sentences

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Energy stocks are the market’s big winners so far this year, jumping 20% when the S&P 500 is up a measly 2%.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

Our measly four seasons are insufficient in describing the way nature undulates around us, week to week and month to month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025

But in the worst-case scenario, the economy remains on a measly path.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2025

My measly basket is filled with nothing but candy, earning a few snide looks from my cashier.

From Salon • Sep. 13, 2025

“You say that every time, Beans,” Kermit said, munching on the measly lunch the nickel had bought us: cracker sandwiches.

From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm