as in slightest
being the least in amount, number, or size possible
the beached whales were returned to the sea with only minimal loss of life
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The smooth, serum-like consistency of this eye cream absorbed quickly into our skin with minimal effort and no waiting.
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L.a. Hubilla, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Taking both supplements appears safe, with minimal risk for side effects when taken at appropriate doses.
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Even then, the hype heading into that show was minimal, but the execution, on the other hand, exceeded expectations.
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Touchups are very minimal even after heavy meals—the wear is super comfortable, despite how long-lasting the formulas are.
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L.a. Hubilla, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Taking both supplements appears safe, with minimal risk for side effects when taken at appropriate doses.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 8 Dec. 2024
Even then, the hype heading into that show was minimal, but the execution, on the other hand, exceeded expectations.
—Blake Oestriecher, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
Touchups are very minimal even after heavy meals—the wear is super comfortable, despite how long-lasting the formulas are.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 30 Nov. 2024
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“Minimal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimal. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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