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Meanings of least in English

Catalan
mínim
Spanish
mínimo

The superlative of `little' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree.

        mínim

        Used to form the superlative.

              Usage of least in English
              1
              But I must be allowed at least one good idea per case.
              Report for Murder
              2
              At least 20 fishing boats were reported missing at sea, police said.
              Reuters
              3
              The last crisis brought Europe and the world together, at least briefly.
              Reuters
              4
              At least, take advantage of the free health services in your area.
              Ebony
              5
              At least four hours' practice, six is better, even longer if possible.
              The Clown
              6
              This week included two quite novel events - at least novel recently.
              Radio NZ
              7
              The law said the waiting period should be at least 60 days.
              Reuters
              8
              The International Rules project will continue for at least another four years.
              The Irish Times
              9
              You might think climate change isn't your problem, at least not yet.
              Wired
              10
              The UK is already one of the least wooded countries in Europe.
              The Guardian
              11
              Main outcome measures: Visual acuity at least 3 years after CNV diagnosis.
              Pubmed
              12
              Some analysts see a slowdown already this year, at least in Europe.
              Reuters
              13
              At least 25 officers were injured and seven people arrested, police said.
              The Irish Times
              14
              There was the original problem: that at least was pretty clear now.
              Sherlock holmes: the complete illustrated novels
              15
              At least four immigrants and four police officers were injured, police said.
              Reuters
              16
              Mass demonstrations have resulted in at least 40 deaths there this year.
              Reuters
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              Translations for least
              Catalan
              mínim
              Spanish
              mínimo
              Least through the time
              Least across language varieties
              Ireland
              Common
              United States of America
              Common
              Australia
              Common
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