slightly
Example Sentences
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"The situation has improved slightly, but the fire is still active," it said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
The MAS very slightly increased the rate of appreciation of the Singapore dollar nominal effective exchange-rate policy band while leaving its other parameters unchanged.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
Littler admitted afterwards that distracted him and his level did drop slightly as he finished with an average just below 111.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
As costs continue to weigh on households and gas prices return above $4 a gallon, employers are planning pay increases for 2027 that are slightly smaller than this year.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026
They’re fresh, he thought, but the edges are slightly rounding over.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
