minimal

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The U.S. and Brazil, in turn, demonstrate minimal vulnerability, with zero or 1%, Wood Mackenzie says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

He saw minimal action during his two years with the Buffaloes — going 0-for-1 passing and rushing twice for minus-four yards in two game appearances.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Such actions require minimal investment and pay dividends in positive environmental and social results, especially when compared to the tens of millions of dollars spent to lobby for environmental regulation reforms each year.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

The difference between $3.98 per gallon and $4.02 per gallon is minimal in practice, but the jump is a bit of a psychological barrier for consumers that could weigh on optimism and spending.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Woolf’s habit of minimal riding for maximum purses allowed him to survive as a jockey, but he knew he was walking a very fine line.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand