relatively

Example Sentences

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Although luxury spending as a percentage of overall U.S. discretionary outlays is currently relatively low, it’s a sign that households retained some purchasing power—even as higher gas prices kicked in.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

“It still takes a couple of months to draw down this relatively healthy days-of-supply rate in California,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

While genes may play a relatively modest role in influencing how well these drugs work, experts say other factors as your sex, age, and even where you come from can also have an impact.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

For these households, even relatively affordable proteins, such as chicken, may become harder to purchase regularly.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

While prairie jackrabbits are capable of amazing bursts of speed—up to and over fifty miles an hour—they are relatively short-winded.

From This Side of Wild by Gary Paulsen