modest
Example Sentences
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Even a modest amount would help grease those wheels.
From MarketWatch
Last year, I started to convert to a Roth by doing a modest Roth conversion.
From MarketWatch
OTTAWA—Economic activity in Canada has stumbled so far in the final quarter of 2025, with early signs pointing to an only modest pickup last month after a sharp contraction in October.
Shoppers with modest incomes are expected to prioritize necessities due to inflation and reduced benefits, potentially boosting discount retailers.
From Barron's
Residential investment is expected to exert a modest drag on growth, while government spending is expected to see a tepid gain.
From Barron's
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