slightly

/ ˈslaɪtlɪ /

adverb

1. in small measure or degree

Example Sentences

If they are correct, the global economy likely grew at a slightly weaker pace than in the second quarter.

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The company lowered its full-year comparable sales growth outlook to be slightly positive, down from its previous forecast of up 1%.

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Household energy bills are expected to fall slightly in the new year, according to consultancy Cornwall Insight.

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Bannister anticipates “slightly tighter financial conditions” would arise against the backdrop of a less proactive Fed and then a slowdown.

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Setting the subsidy slightly below the cheapest plan would eliminate zero-premium gaming, which has raised concerns about fraudulent enrollment.

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Related Words

• kind of 
• lightly 
• marginally 
• somewhat