not least

idiom

formal

: especially or particularly

We had many things to consider, not least the safety of our children.

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Given the differences, not least the often wide financial disparity, that is always a natural—and even healthy—tendency. —

Henry Flynn, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 The war in Ukraine has been a crucible for the lightning-pace development of new technology, not least drones and electronic warfare. —

Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024 Anticipation regarding what might happen on closing night rippled through the stadium before the singer appeared onstage, not least because of the numerous cameras peppered around the floor and rigged on wires overhead. —

Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024 Everyone deserves one in their neighborhood—not least of all because the food is fairly priced. —

Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for not least