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piecemeal

[pees-meel] / ˈpisˌmil /




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But a piecemeal approach to industrial policies is not the answer.

From MarketWatch Aug. 5, 2026

His early announcements have been considerably more piecemeal than that – he says his "10 year plan for Britain" will come later in the year.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

Most parents lose sleep over the amount of piecemeal work required to cobble together a summer schedule; very few relish the planning and spreadsheets and carpool rota involved in keeping their kids safe and occupied.

From Salon Jun. 24, 2026

As it unfolds, “Rheology” can seem piecemeal, even haphazard.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 12, 2026

People would build a kiosk in their garage, buy wholesale bread and eggs, and then resell them piecemeal.

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah




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