slight
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Arellano: Slight correction, Anita — California already had a Latino governor: Romualdo Pacheco, the lieutenant governor who replaced Newton Booth in 1875 when the latter became a U.S. senator.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026
Slight increases are expected by 26% of firms, while 11% see a significant increase and 24% expect spending to be similar to 2025 levels.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025
Slight variations can be enough to put you off the scent because they distract you for a few moments, which is all it takes to achieve their aim.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 25, 2025
Slight changes in color can occur within the first six months after surgery, but the surgery is permanent.
From Salon • May 4, 2025
Slight as they were, the children were quick and graceful.
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
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