minimal
adjective
min·i·mal
ˈmi-nə-məl 
1
: relating to or being a minimum: such as
a
: the least possible
a victory won with minimal loss of life
b
: barely adequate
a minimal standard of living
c
: very small or slight
a minimal interest in art
2
often capitalized
: of, relating to, or being minimal art or minimalism
Examples of minimal in a Sentence
The storm caused minimal damage.
areas at minimal risk for flooding
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Nidal Al-Mughrabi, USA Today, 23 May 2025
Two days of focused writing can produce an evergreen product that continues paying dividends with minimal maintenance.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Plastic Contact Is Minimized Courtesy of Ratio One of the biggest selling points on the Eight was always minimal plastic.
—Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 23 May 2025
Keep in mind that these have an authentic vintage fit with minimal stretch.
—Ali Faccenda, People.com, 23 May 2025
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“Minimal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minimal. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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minimal
adjective
min·i·mal
ˈmin-ə-məl
: relating to or being a minimum : constituting the least possible with respect to size, number, degree, or certain stated conditions
tuberosity fractures heal with minimal … treatment—J. S. Keene et al.
J. S. Keene et al.residents receive a minimal level of personal care—A. S. Oser
A. S. Oserside effects are minimal
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