thin
Example Sentences
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Despite the win, at this stage of his career the margins are thin and Father Time has also almost crept up on the Bronze Bomber.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
Rocket development is always a difficult endeavor, with margins between success and fiery failures relatively thin.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
While trading in the fund can be relatively thin, it still provides a useful gauge of conditions for recently public companies.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
"We conduct research on thin ceramic films, such as those used for coating high-performance cutting tools," explain Erwin Peck and Balint Hajas.
From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026
We gulped the thin turnip water, marveling at our sudden riches.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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