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minor

[mahy-ner] / ˈmaɪ nər /




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Despite being classed as a minor road, Turner Road is home to Colchester's hospital and a primary care centre.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

A recent trial in Shorewood, Wis., had all the trappings of a minor legal dispute.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

"Russian air defences prevented any damage. The condition of the three injured is assessed as minor and they have been discharged," he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

But on his way to the race, a minor road accident leaves Lightning stranded in Radiator Springs, a tiny town off Route 66 that’s seen better days.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Label the half steps and whole steps of the A minor scale.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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