thinner
Example Sentences
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Thinner market conditions could add downward pressure on prices.
From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026
“She was super to work with and very talented,” said Dr. Carl Lavie, who collaborated with her on his 2014 book “The Obesity Paradox: When Thinner Means Sicker and Heavier Means Healthier.”
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2023
Thinner chip components would provide greater control and precision over the flow of electricity in a device, while lowering the amount of energy required to power it.
From Science Daily • Sep. 19, 2023
Thinner skins and a lack of seeds are supposed to reduce bitterness, which is where the name “burpless” came from, since they are supposed to be easier to digest.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 11, 2022
Thinner and browner, but stronger than ever was the familiar face she saw, yet neither sad nor stern, for the grave gentleness which had been a fugitive expression before now seemed habitual.
From Moods by Alcott, Louisa May
