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as in thin
being of less than usual width
a slim volume of poetry
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as in slender
having a noticeably small amount of body fat
the pressure on ballet dancers to remain gracefully slim
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as in sparse
less plentiful than what is normal, necessary, or desirable
slim pickings at the garage sale
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as in small
small in degree
a slim chance is still better than none
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Related Articles The debut swim collection features classic bikini top and bottom styles designed to be mixed and matched, as seen through monochrome neutral-hued bandeau, triangle and balconette tops with high-waisted or slim bikini briefs.
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Emily Mercer, WWD, 5 Dec. 2024
The National Weather Service's seven-day forecast says Louisville's snow chances are slim in the coming days, but temperatures are expected to remain cold.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 4 Dec. 2024
Its slim size could make for a practical travel accessory that has the ability to slip into a bag pocket.
—Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 2 Dec. 2024
Jeans are included in the brand’s Cyber Week Sale including the Gramercy Premium Jean available in tailored, slim taper, slim, athletic and classic fits.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Nov. 2024
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Apple Watch Series 10 $500 $429 at Amazon The Apple Watch 10 features a larger face and thinner profile, quick charging capability (up to 80 percent in just 30 minutes), and a long battery life.Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2024
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Apple Watch Series 10 $499 $429 at Amazon The latest Apple Watch has a larger yet thinner display screen compared to older models.Clara McMahon, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
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European bay leaves are wide in shape and subtle in flavor, while bay leaves grown on the West Coast have a more slender shape and intense flavor.Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2024
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Just one House seat has yet to be called: In California’s agricultural San Joaquin Valley, Democrat Adam Gray holds a slender lead over GOP Rep. John Duarte in the 13th Congressional District, but the race remains too close to call.Laura J. Nelson, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
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By combining the sparse retrieval, dense retrieval and reranking capabilities within Pinecone, software developers will be able to create end-to-end retrieval systems that deliver better performance than dense or sparse retrieval alone, claims the company.Adrian Bridgwater, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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Crowds were sparse early at a Macy's M.Nstore in Santa Barbara, California despite Black Friday discounts reaching 50% for home goods and apparel and an early opening of 7 am, three hours earlier than typical.Siddharth Cavale, USA TODAY, 30 Nov. 2024
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This white wooden board will elegantly display small appetizers, such as meat, cheese, and other charcuterie board goodies.Toni Sutton, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
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The National Weather Service issued a small craft advisory for the Couverden Point area until midnight Sunday, warning winds could still gust over 50 mph and cause choppy waves.Karina Tsui, CNN, 2 Dec. 2024
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Keep In Mind The narrow contours of these shoes are not ideal for wider foot shapes.Samson McDougall, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024
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Between the time Germany started the war in September of 1939 and the United States entered the war in December of 1941, that was the narrow focus of the debate.CBS News, CBS News, 1 Dec. 2024
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For those who aren’t fans of wide-leg or baggy silhouettes, Swift’s skinny jeans are a flattering alternative, plus Kate Middleton is a longtime fan of the style.Nicol Natale, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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Vionic Inessa Boots $190 $68 at Amazon A go-to pair of knee-high boots is a wardrobe essential that can be paired with everything from mini skirts to skinny jeans.Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2024
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Other health benefits have been found, but studies on sauna suits are scarce and often have flaws in their methodology, making their findings questionable in real-life situations.1 Do Sauna Suits Enhance Workouts?Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Dec. 2024
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Ecke bred a plant that was fuller and shorter and began growing and selling them by the thousands at Christmas when other flowers were scarce.Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024
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Turn a late off week that drew groans early in the season into a force for good, a re-set, and a launching pad into the final four games.Ryan McFadden, The Denver Post, 29 Nov. 2024
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Part of the balloon broke off in the collision, injuring a 10-year-old girl and an off-duty police officer in the crowd.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
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“Slim.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slim. Accessed 11 Dec. 2024.
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