small quantity
Example Sentences
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A zeptojoule is an almost unimaginably small quantity of energy.
From Science Daily • May 21, 2026
A small quantity of ashes from her cremated body are to be in one of 250 memorial capsules set to be launched into space later this month..
From Seattle Times • Jan. 1, 2024
In January, a small quantity of radioactive cesium-137 used in mining was reported missing in Western Australia, leading authorities to launch a large-scale search involving the defense force, emergency services and radiation experts.
From New York Times • Mar. 2, 2023
The casing contains a small quantity of radioactive Caesium-137, which could cause serious illness if touched.
From BBC • Jan. 27, 2023
We did not have to go to the quarry on Christmas Day, and we were permitted to purchase a small quantity of sweets.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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