as in small
of a size that is less than average
recent college graduates crowding into a dinky New York City apartment
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Recent Examples of dinky
And for some reason, although the Boston mob in Quebec is making collections only from dinky farmers and owners of local businesses, Mike has no connection at all to the only financially flush organization in the province.
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Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
Small storage space in the K4 is on the paltry side, as the center console is pretty dinky and the door pockets shallow.
—Kristin Shaw, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
Everyone enjoyed dinky hors d’oeuvres and blinis, and sipped on champagne and Tommy’s margaritas with Don Julio.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 16 Feb. 2025
Anker 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe for $130: This dinky, dense, 2.5-inch cube from Anker was our previous compact pick.
—Simon Hill Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 3 Jan. 2025
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Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
Small storage space in the K4 is on the paltry side, as the center console is pretty dinky and the door pockets shallow.
—Kristin Shaw, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
Everyone enjoyed dinky hors d’oeuvres and blinis, and sipped on champagne and Tommy’s margaritas with Don Julio.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 16 Feb. 2025
Anker 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe for $130: This dinky, dense, 2.5-inch cube from Anker was our previous compact pick.
—Simon Hill Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dinky
Adjective
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In 2022, a consortium of private retirement-plan providers announced a collaboration to boost the portability of small retirement accounts.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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The space consists of two levels—one for dancing and one for dining at small cocktail tables.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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While diminutive, his many admirers would call him an intellectual giant.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
17 Apr. 2025
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Patty Maloney, the diminutive actress known for her work with actor Billy Barty and for her role on the cult classic Star Wars Holiday Special, died March 31, her manager confirmed to Entertainment Weekly.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For starters, the clear formula comes in a cute little bottle that looks more like a serum than tanning drops.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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Even with Hollywood’s diminished state in China, the film business is one sector where the U.S. maintains a sizable trade surplus with its geopolitical rival, as Chinese films, despite their enormous earnings in the home market, have made little headway with mainstream North American moviegoers.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Known for: Its tiny colorful bags, like Le Bisou, Mini Chiquito, and Bambino.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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Since this tiny home lacks a dedicated bedroom, the sofa doubles as a bed.—
Adam Williams,
New Atlas,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Built with water-resistant polyester, this spacious duffel has a dedicated shoe compartment, an end pocket for wet or dirty clothes, a multi-pocket compression panel for organization, and an interior divider curtain that can be removed to hold bulky clothes or outdoor gear.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Jan. 2025
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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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“Dinky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dinky. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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