be slight
Frequency: 8.525.2 per million words
Used to state that something is small in degree or amount.
Categories:
Examples (20)
- The difference between the two proposals was slight.
- She was very slight and delicate, with fine bones.
- There was a slight chill in the air that evening.
- The actress was known for her slight build and graceful movements.
- He noticed a slight hesitation in her voice.
- He appeared slight compared to the other athletes.
- The room was furnished with a slight touch of elegance.
- Her frame was so slight that she seemed to disappear in loose clothing.
- The curve of the road was slight, making it easy to navigate.
- The character in the novel is described as slight and ethereal.
- She felt a slight discomfort after the long flight.
- Despite his slight appearance, he possessed great inner strength.
- The change in temperature was so slight that most people didn't notice it.
- The dancer's slight physique allowed for incredible agility.
- He had a slight accent that made him sound exotic.
- She was a slight woman, often underestimated due to her size.
- The impact of the event was slight, with no significant consequences.
- The artist captured the slight and fragile nature of the subject.
- The book described a slight deviation from the expected outcome.
- He had a slight build, which made him seem younger than his years.