pint-size
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of pint-size
First recorded in 1935–40
Example Sentences
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But in calling balls and strikes for pint-size players, Howell quickly realized that he wasn’t the only rookie on the field.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
In the 10 short minutes, it fills a pint-size bag.
From Slate ● May 9, 2026
What he really wanted was the pint-size soccer balls, squishy baseballs, plastic bowling balls.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2025
“Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado” reminds audiences that the true navigational force behind the pint-size girl was always within her.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2025
Her mother held her pint-size daughter in the front row.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
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