petite

Example Sentences

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Kohl’s is trying to undo missteps that included scaling back petite sizes, fine jewelry and private brands in its stores.

From The Wall Street Journal

Abeysekera — a petite hurricane of an actor with reeling limbs and a clarion voice — is excellent in an exhausting role.

From New York Times

Rodríguez, a petite woman in her mid-30s who exudes an earnest pluck, rushed to the notary’s office soon after the clerk called her.

From New York Times

He's the most open-minded, nontraditional one in his storied often stodgy family, and once he decides he wants you, he'll defend your honor, like a petite, greasy knight.

From Salon

“Here’s a couple,” the sergeant says, motioning toward two young women shuffling past with doll-like makeup, perfectly coiffed hair and dresses clinging tightly to their petite frames.

From Los Angeles Times