minor

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It may seem minor at first, but even small disturbances can build up over time and interfere with the entire sequence.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

One helicopter was hit and the crew sustained minor injuries but "are going to be fine."

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Chorpita said the grant will be split into three parts: the psychology department, which will oversee the new minor; the school of social welfare; and child-focused fellowships in the psychiatry and behavioral sciences department.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

In addition, income to the minor might be taxed at the parents’ rates via the so-called Kiddie Tax.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Figure 6.15: Did you move the key down a minor third?

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones