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petite

[puh-teet] / pəˈtit /


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The privacy policy it puts forth does have the benefit of transparency, but ultimately, it’s just a list of what Avast collects, with only a petite section that lists what it doesn’t collect.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

The conductor is petite with large, expressive eyes and a Cheshire cat’s smile.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

But despite loving the petite coupe, she wouldn't recommend it as a daily runaround.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

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 • Nov. 25, 2025

His mother, Louise, was a petite, playful beauty, sixteen at marriage and eighteen when Louie was born.

From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand




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