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less than
Not at all or hardly at all. For example, He had a less than favorable view of the matter, or She had a less than adequate grasp of the subject. This expression uses less in the sense of “a smaller quantity, number, or extent than is implied,” a usage dating from about a.d. 1000. The same sense appears in less than no time, a hyperbolic term for a very short time (as in Don't worry, he'll be here in less than no time) that dates from about 1800.
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During the festive period, clubs will not be asked to play twice in less than 60 hours.
This could lead to a long-term threat to some beachside resorts, including a number in the Caribbean, which are typically less than 1m above current sea levels.
In May, Tinder Chief Executive Faye Iosotaluno announced she would step down in July after less than two years in the role.
Fire personnel have limited the fire to less than 40 acres despite the rugged, hilly area terrain.
What has changed in 24 hours is that Israel seems to be on the upswing, pounding target after target, while Iran’s efforts at striking back are less than stunning and its prospects for regime survival, much less victory, are dimming.
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