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There was a slight breeze after lunch.
What does Slight mean?
small or not very strong.
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Small in amount, degree, or importance.
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A slight change in the data did not affect the final answer.
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The writer used a slight pause to show that the character was unsure.
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What does slight mean?
Slight means small or not very strong.
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MeaningSlight means small or not very strong.
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slightly
By a small amount.
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