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small-scale

[smawl-skeyl] / ˈsmɔlˈskeɪl /




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Alex Wood, former fraudster and part of the BBC Scam Secrets team, heard a successful example of collaboration on a very small scale that could give inspiration for future operations.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

As climate change intensifies weather extremes, scientists say it will become increasingly important to monitor small scale environmental conditions such as microclimates and habitat differences.

From Science Daily • Mar. 12, 2026

"Their networks from overseas have ordered them to carry out activities on a small scale, which is different from before," Chhay Sinarith told AFP.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

“Add a small scale nuclear reactor and the problem just got a little bit more complex.”

From MarketWatch • Jan. 17, 2026

Every morning, before Stuart dressed, Mrs. Little went into his room and weighed him on a small scale which was really meant for weighing letters.

From "Stuart Little" by E.B. White




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