mi·cro
ˈmī-(ˌ)krō 
1
: very small
especially
: microscopic
2
: involving minute quantities or variations
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Lauren J. Mapp, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2024
That being said, there is still a lot of discrimination that happens on macro and micro levels.
—Lisa Kocay, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey Get Catty in Matching Leopard Print Looks: See Their Twinning Moment
Aside from swimsuits, her line also includes other beachwear looks, like a denim corset top, cropped long-sleeve button-down and micro skirt.
—Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 25 Mar. 2024
At 13 inches long and 6 inches wide, the Mini Canvas Tote Bag is significantly longer than the Trader Joe’s micro tote but much smaller than their insulated reusable bag.
—Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2024
All this is made worse by the fact that so much of digital public life is an unending supply of micro dramas about somebody somewhere in our country of 340 million people who did something that can fuel an outrage cycle, only to be pushed aside by the next.
—Jonathan Haidt, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2024
Local Kitchens is a micro food hall that partners with culinary experts to bring a variety of cuisines together on one menu.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 22 Mar. 2024
Developers across the United States are transforming clusters of old homes into micro restaurants to cater to the needs of surrounding neighborhoods.
—Anna Kodé, New York Times, 15 Mar. 2024
The glasses feature a 640 x 400 pixel color micro OLED that projects light through a prism in front of users’ eyes.
—Emma Roth, The Verge, 9 Feb. 2024
Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 27 Mar. 2024
Today’s rally, which got several China and Hong Kong indices flat/slightly positive year to date, was driven by several macro and micro catalysts today.
—Brendan Ahern, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
This attention to both the macro and micro speaks to the broad cross-section of visitors Munich attracts.
—Emma Spedding, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2023
What makes this one a breakthrough is the inclusion of ultrasound technology, which gives it an advantage over other radiofrequency micro treatments for its ability to precisely target individual skin concerns like texture irregularities, laxity, and discoloration.
—Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 13 Nov. 2023
Additionally, the micro yes gives your employee the opportunity to accept, deny or postpone feedback, which instills a sense of autonomy.
—Eugene Dilan, Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023
So this one has got a little bit of the micro and a little bit of the macro.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2023
In this cheery bookcase, a lineup of wooden houses, gold reindeer, and micro trees bring a winter wonderland to a basic shelf.
—Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 18 Aug. 2023
While hanging out with friends Hailey and Justin Bieber at Soho House in Malibu, Jenner sported a high-low ensemble made up of a black and white satin bandeau midi-dress, a white leather clutch bag, and black Prada micro shades.
—Alex Kessler, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2023
Adjective
The ordinance allows up to four retail cannabis permits and an unlimited number of testing and micro businesses that do not include retail storefronts .
—Lauren J. Mapp, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2024
That being said, there is still a lot of discrimination that happens on macro and micro levels.
—Lisa Kocay, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey Get Catty in Matching Leopard Print Looks: See Their Twinning Moment
Aside from swimsuits, her line also includes other beachwear looks, like a denim corset top, cropped long-sleeve button-down and micro skirt.
—Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 25 Mar. 2024
At 13 inches long and 6 inches wide, the Mini Canvas Tote Bag is significantly longer than the Trader Joe’s micro tote but much smaller than their insulated reusable bag.
—Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2024
All this is made worse by the fact that so much of digital public life is an unending supply of micro dramas about somebody somewhere in our country of 340 million people who did something that can fuel an outrage cycle, only to be pushed aside by the next.
—Jonathan Haidt, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2024
Local Kitchens is a micro food hall that partners with culinary experts to bring a variety of cuisines together on one menu.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 22 Mar. 2024
Developers across the United States are transforming clusters of old homes into micro restaurants to cater to the needs of surrounding neighborhoods.
—Anna Kodé, New York Times, 15 Mar. 2024
The glasses feature a 640 x 400 pixel color micro OLED that projects light through a prism in front of users’ eyes.
—Emma Roth, The Verge, 9 Feb. 2024
Noun
This collection features a variety of essential pieces, including swimwear, slip dresses, micro and tennis skirts, button-downs and retro corset tops.
—Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 27 Mar. 2024
Today’s rally, which got several China and Hong Kong indices flat/slightly positive year to date, was driven by several macro and micro catalysts today.
—Brendan Ahern, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
This attention to both the macro and micro speaks to the broad cross-section of visitors Munich attracts.
—Emma Spedding, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2023
What makes this one a breakthrough is the inclusion of ultrasound technology, which gives it an advantage over other radiofrequency micro treatments for its ability to precisely target individual skin concerns like texture irregularities, laxity, and discoloration.
—Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 13 Nov. 2023
Additionally, the micro yes gives your employee the opportunity to accept, deny or postpone feedback, which instills a sense of autonomy.
—Eugene Dilan, Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023
So this one has got a little bit of the micro and a little bit of the macro.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2023
In this cheery bookcase, a lineup of wooden houses, gold reindeer, and micro trees bring a winter wonderland to a basic shelf.
—Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 18 Aug. 2023
While hanging out with friends Hailey and Justin Bieber at Soho House in Malibu, Jenner sported a high-low ensemble made up of a black and white satin bandeau midi-dress, a white leather clutch bag, and black Prada micro shades.
—Alex Kessler, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2023
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micro
adjective
mi·cro
ˈmī-(ˌ)krō
1
: very small
especially
: microscopic
2
involving minute quantities or variations
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