smidgen

Example Sentences

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If Labour manage to win, even if only by a smidgen, it will be a huge psychological boost for Sir Keir Starmer after a particularly rough start to 2026 for him.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

For instance, T-Mobile could customize its offer for each individual, just a smidgen below competitors’ rates, rather than roll out broad-based pricing plans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 14, 2025

September’s consumer price index rose at a 3% annual pace, a smidgen lower than the 3.1% rate analysts expected.

From Barron's • Oct. 24, 2025

Again, Captain must leverage his language skills, this time to afford his people some smidgen of a presence in Hollywood.

From Salon • May 12, 2024

A smidgen of bright red lipstick only covers her bottom lip, and the blush on her deep-brown cheeks shows she’s making an effort for Papi.

From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi