Littlest
Littlest adjective - Being the least in amount, number, or size possible.
Usage example: the littlest kitten in the litter was also the cutest
Slight
Slight adjective - Lacking bodily strength.
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Littlest Cancer Patient could be considered the modern take of this trope, but with a slight hope of healing and living for the affected kid (and also more likely to be played for comedy).
Source: Too Good for This Sinful Earth - A pervasive culture of constant weapon wearing and willingness to kill over the littlest slight was more to blame for the scourge of dueling than how long or broad the swords were.
Source: Analysis / Royal Rapier
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