Small example sentences

small

adjective

small (adjective) · smaller (comparative adjective) · smallest (superlative adjective)

- of a size that is less than normal or usual:

- not great in amount, number, strength, or power:

- not fully grown or developed; young:

- (of a voice) lacking strength and confidence:

- used as the first letter of a word that has both a general and a specific use to show that in this case the general use is intended:

- insignificant; unimportant:

- little; hardly any:

- (of a business or its owner) operating on a modest scale:

- low or inferior in rank or position; socially undistinguished:

- small items of clothing, especially underwear.

- a gratuity or small gift of money.

- into small pieces:

- in a small size:

Synonyms

little, compact, bijou, portable, tiny, miniature, mini, minute, microscopic, microscale, nanoscopic, minuscule, toy, baby, poky, cramped, boxy, wee, teeny, weeny, teensy, eensy, dinky, tiddly, short, slight, petite, diminutive, elfin, puny, undersized, stunted, squat, stubby, dwarf, bantam, Lilliputian, inadequate, meager, insufficient, ungenerous, measly, stingy, mingy, pathetic, big, large, tall, generous, ample, young, younger, junior, baby, infant, minor, big, old, elder, slight, minor, unimportant, trifling, trivial, insignificant, inconsequential, inappreciable, inconsiderable, negligible, nugatory, paltry, infinitesimal, minuscule, piffling, piddling, major, substantial, modest, unpretentious, humble, lowly, simple, substantial, gratuity, baksheesh, bonus, present, gift, reward, inducement, pourboire, smalls, sweetener, dropsy

"Small" Example Sentences

1. The small bakery made delicious cakes and pastries.
2. The farmer grew a variety of crops on his small plot of land.
3. The shop specializes in handcrafted gifts for a small clientele.
4. The small business struggled during the recession.
5. The child had a small yet determined smile.
6. The startup company had a small but highly motivated team.
7. The family celebrated Christmas in their small but cozy home.
8. We had a small dinner party with just a few close friends.
9. The corporation donated to many small local charities.
10. He owns a small fleet of rental properties.
11. The town has a small but thriving arts scene.
12. The school has small class sizes to allow for more individual attention.
13. The artist created intricate works using tiny, small details.
14. There is a small yet loyal following for the indie band.
15. We rented a small cottage by the lake for our vacation.
16. The fish swam in the small pond.
17. The organization represents the needs of small communities.
18. The family donated toys and books to the small rural school.
19. Sales were small but steady throughout the year.
20. They have a collection of small yet valuable antiques.
21. Many people enjoyed the cafe for its small town charm.
22. The venture had a small chance of success.
23. The cactus plant grew small yet colorful flowers.
24. The teenager had small ambitions and a laid back attitude.
25. There is a small park at the end of our street.
26. The bookstore stocks a varied selection despite its small size.
27. The small inlet provided shelter from the storm.
28. The chess club has a small but loyal membership.
29. The puppy grew into a small but fierce guard dog.
30. We live in a small town with a tight knit community.
31. The discovery had a small but profound impact on the field.
32. Many small newspapers have failed due to declining ad revenue.
33. The shop carries a variety of small kitchen appliances.
34. The new planet is thought to be small yet habitable.
35. The rock formation jutted out from the small island.
36. I made small yet frequent donations throughout the year.
37. The company plans to target smaller towns and cities for expansion.
38. The museum had a small but impressive art collection.
39. The deer fled into the small forested area for cover.
40. The store specializes in small batch, organic foods.
41. The hurricane caused small yet significant damage along the coast.
42. There was a small yet noticeable difference in the results.
43. The prank caused only a small annoyance but much laughter.
44. The turtle laid its eggs in a small hole it had dug in the sand.
45. The recipe made a small yet generous serving.
46. There is a small yet loyal market for bespoke items.
47. The spokesman addressed only a small group of reporters.
48. The experiment had a small yet statistically significant result.
49. The park has a small yet beautiful rose garden.
50. The wildlife refuge serves as a sanctuary for many small and endangered species.
51. The small adjustment made a big difference in the mechanism.
52. I volunteered a small amount of my time to the local charity.
53. The bookstore stocks an impressive selection despite its small size.
54. The non-profit organization serves many small, rural communities.
55. The film enjoyed modest yet decent box office returns.
56. The young trees grew slowly but eventually formed a small forest.
57. The small mouse scurried away as we approached.
58. Many small businesses find online advertising to be very cost effective.
59. The shop caters to people who appreciate small batch, artisan goods.
60. The weeds grew quickly, threatening to take over the small garden.

Common Phases

1. Small business
2. Small town
3. Small scale
4. Moderate to small
5. Modest yet small
6. Limited to small
7. Relatively small
8. On a small
9. Rather small
10. Quite small
11. Somewhat small
12. Fairly small
13. Slightly small
14. Small in size