as in small
of a size that is less than average
a puny, wrinkled apple
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Recent Examples of puny
The unusual passenger layout recalls the US $1 million McLaren F1 supercar, albeit in puny and electrified form: To maximize space and safety, Majetic’s machine places the driver front and center, with two passengers comfortably stretched out behind and on either side.
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IEEE Spectrum, 28 Mar. 2012
Notably, the same people embrace the punier roster of celebrities who occupy the MAGA column with open arms, never mind the cognitive dissonance involved in accepting Ted Nugent’s political acumen while dismissing his peers.
—Brian Lowry, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
Longer Term Economics Look Dubious CCS in 2020 stored a puny 40 Mt/year (Mega-ton or millions of tons per year).
—Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
There’s no shame in dying as a puny counselor, hopelessly unmatched by a supernatural serial killer.
—A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 13 Sep. 2024
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IEEE Spectrum, 28 Mar. 2012
Notably, the same people embrace the punier roster of celebrities who occupy the MAGA column with open arms, never mind the cognitive dissonance involved in accepting Ted Nugent’s political acumen while dismissing his peers.
—Brian Lowry, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
Longer Term Economics Look Dubious CCS in 2020 stored a puny 40 Mt/year (Mega-ton or millions of tons per year).
—Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
There’s no shame in dying as a puny counselor, hopelessly unmatched by a supernatural serial killer.
—A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 13 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for puny
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Many elderberry studies have been small and do not compare elderberry to other cold and flu symptom treatment options.Kirstyn Hill, PharmD, MPH, Health, 1 Jan. 2025
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Arc’teryx Women's Atom Insulated Hoodie $300 $210 at REI Coming in at just 10.9 ounces and compressing down to be smaller than my beloved Cabeau travel pillow, the Arc’teryx Atom Insulated Hoodie is one of the most packable jackets on the market.Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 1 Jan. 2025
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That leaves the diminutive Tariq Lamptey, who has been inconsistent when given opportunities.Andy Naylor, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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As expected with these diminutive masses, brown dwarfs are rarely found in binaries.Robert Lea, Space.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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But there is little doubt about their offense, which rarely loses the ball and averages 43.3 points per game, second-best in the country.Andrew Greif, NBC News, 19 Dec. 2024
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There is little sign that Rowling’s views are impacting her sales.Jake Kanter, Deadline, 19 Dec. 2024
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Cook until tiny bubbles appear around the edge of the pan and wisps of steam come off the surface of the milk.Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2024
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Much harder than, say, emptying out your folder of screenshots from 2024 to hand out a slew of incredibly specific awards to the people and themes and tiny little moments that make watching television so much fun.Brian Grubb, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
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The Vault by Vans x Nicole McLaughlin Collection includes special-edition versions of the iconic Vans Slip-On VP VR3 LX with adaptations—think canvas pockets and easy-carry heel straps—inspired by a classic multi-pocket garden tote and workwear bucket bag often used on construction job sites.Hollyanna McCollom, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2023
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No multi-pocket backpacks or bags.Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2022
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“Puny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puny. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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