pint-sized
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of pint-sized
First recorded in 1880–85
Example Sentences
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Last month, Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD challenged Toyota, Nissan and Suzuki in their front yard, launching a pint-sized "kei" car in Japan.
From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026
He’s a pint-sized smart aleck who cares deeply for Dunk.
From Salon ● Jan. 17, 2026
The pint-sized fencers, faces obscured by protective gear, were immersed in concentration as their instructor called out encouragement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 26, 2024
The government also said it would introduce a new 568ml "pint-sized" bottle size for sparkling wine, alongside the 500ml size.
From BBC ● Dec. 26, 2023
He had laminated Buford’s tabletop with a magic scroll that projected a pint-sized holographic simulation of Coach Hedge.
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
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