slightly
Britishadverb
Example Sentences
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This season, Mbappe narrowed the gap but was still slightly behind.
From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026
Its AI models are slightly weaker, and Chinese firms offer cheaper alternatives.
From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026
Angèle’s narrative never catches fire and while Anei is striking as Ada, that section of the film feels slightly patronizing, reducing this immigrant tale to yet another strained salute to perseverance.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026
They are slightly down in early trading on Friday.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 26, 2026
She drank half—and then slightly more, and tried to smile at him—and he drank the rest.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
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