runtish

adjective

Definition of runtishnext
as in dwarf

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for runtish
  1. dwarf
  2. little bitty
  3. toy
  4. miniature
  5. mini
  6. microscopic
  7. micro
  8. tiny
Adjective
  • This galaxy, roughly 59 million light-years away, is typical of the kinds of galaxies that inhabited the early universe and is classified as a dwarf irregular galaxy.
    Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Some types reach up to 6 to 10 feet tall, but dwarf varieties max out at 2 to 3 feet tall.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of dwarf
Adjective
  • But then there were just a thousand little bitty tweaks.
    Carolyn Giardina, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Jan. 2024
  • Tina’s is a little bitty bar in one of Dallas’ oldest buildings.
    Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, 1 May 2023
Definition of little bitty
Adjective
  • While non-toy gifts are not evaluated in the Lab, editors still look for gifts put out by trusted brands, gifts with great reviews from purchasers, best-sellers and editors' favorites.
    Good Housekeeping, Good Housekeeping, 18 Nov. 2022
  • While some of these toys and non-toy gifts are not evaluated in the Lab, editors still look for gifts put out by trusted brands, gifts with great reviews from purchasers, best-sellers and editors' favorites.
    Good Housekeeping, Good Housekeeping, 13 Dec. 2022
Definition of toy
Adjective
  • At each table stood two players, battling each other with their own array of miniature armies and soldiers — the size of the models ranged, based on their species and pose.
    Desirae Sin, Hartford Courant, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Many miniature or compact species of orchids, bromeliads, ferns, begonias, and aroids are epiphytes and can thrive in terrariums.
    Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of miniature
Adjective
  • For example, Cardi B kicked off her heels for a barefoot performance in Miami while Lucy Hale enjoyed a mini Pretty Little Liars reunion at the beach.
    Glamour, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2025
  • July 23: SpaceX Falcon 9 on Starlink 6-6 mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station’s Space Launch Complex 40 at 8:50 p.m. carrying 22 of its v2 mini Starlink satellites.
    Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of mini
Adjective
  • The eight-legged, microscopic animals are known for being nearly indestructible.
    Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Omega's creation held the key to successfully transferring the microscopic life forms into a cloned body.
    Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 28 Dec. 2024
Definition of microscopic
Adjective
  • The traditional Japanese calendar has four major seasons and 72 micro seasons, each of which lasts only five days and has a specific set of traditions and celebrations.
    Anna Mazurek, AFAR Media, 16 Dec. 2024
  • The Georgia University System has introduced a Nexus degree program allows a mix of experiential learning and coursework to stack toward bachelor’s degree, while Oregon State University allows its own micro credentials to count towards bachelor’s degrees.
    Bryan Penprase, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of micro
Adjective
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of tiny
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