apparently minor
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Indicates that something seems minor based on available evidence.
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Examples (10)
- What seemed like an apparently minor issue quickly escalated into a major problem.
- The doctor assured him it was an apparently minor scratch, but he still felt uneasy.
- She dismissed his concerns as apparently minor details, focusing on the bigger picture.
- Despite being an apparently minor adjustment, it significantly improved the system's performance.
- The police initially treated it as an apparently minor theft, but further investigation revealed more.
- He made an apparently minor mistake in his calculations, leading to a huge error.
- The renovation project began with an apparently minor repair, then grew in scope.
- It's crucial not to overlook any apparently minor symptom that could indicate a serious illness.
- The team celebrated the apparently minor victory, knowing it was a step towards their goal.
- Even an apparently minor change in policy can have widespread consequences.