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slight

[slahyt] / slaɪt /






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"Other providers, like myself, they've seen a slight decline in business, because of the ban," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Domestic transport and buildings also showed slight increases in the latest year.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

In California, it could also lead to an “E-shaped” economy, in which low, medium and high-income people each see slight growth.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The helmet itself -- a national treasure in Romania -- suffered only slight damage and was returned to Bucharest in a near-perfect state.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

She gives a slight nod and scribbles with the pen he offers to her.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day




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