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Modicum is an English word. Below you'll find 10+ example sentences showing how it's used in practice.

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Modicum meaning

A modest, small, or trifling amount.

Synonyms of Modicum

small indefinite quantity small indefinite amount

Using Modicum

  • The main meaning on this page is: A modest, small, or trifling amount.
  • Useful related words include: small indefinite quantity, small indefinite amount.
  • In the example corpus, modicum often appears in combinations such as: modicum of, some modicum, with modicum.

Context around Modicum

  • Average sentence length in these examples: 26.1 words
  • Position in the sentence: 3 start, 13 middle, 4 end
  • Sentence types: 20 statements, 0 questions, 0 exclamations

Corpus analysis for Modicum

  • In this selection, "modicum" usually appears in the middle of the sentence. The average example has 26.1 words, and this corpus slice is mostly made up of statements.
  • Around the word, slightest stand out and add context to how "modicum" is used.
  • Recognizable usage signals include customers a modicum of control and enjoy a modicum of good. That gives this page its own corpus information beyond isolated example sentences.
  • By corpus frequency, "modicum" sits close to words such as aapl, absolved and adaption, which helps place it inside the broader word index.

Example types with modicum

The same corpus examples are grouped by length and sentence type, making it easier to see the contexts in which the word appears:

Being able to maintain some modicum of communication is good. (10 words)

Notably, such complaints never include any modicum of a reasoned rebuttal. (11 words)

The break meant that the Dutch could regroup and regain a modicum of control over proceedings. (16 words)

We want to make sure that workers get enough hours, they have a decent wage, that they have safe and healthy working conditions, and that they have basic rights on the job so that they can have a modicum of job security. (42 words)

As my readers know, anyone with a modicum of common sense can discern whether those urging you to have children are sincere in their concern for you, or whether they are just spouting nonsense that goes against their own conscience. (40 words)

However, I always felt that the footballing gods dealt us a pretty horrible hand and never doubted that as soon as the injuries subsided, and we began to enjoy a modicum of good fortune, things would start to turn around. (40 words)

Example sentences (20)

Ayaneo’s was on a roll in 2023, launching five handheld consoles through Indiegogo with some modicum of success.

Even with all the advances in science coupled with a modicum of logical thinking, we still are not afraid to declare certain circumstances to be so because that’s what we’ve always heard.

Notably, such complaints never include any modicum of a reasoned rebuttal.

The break meant that the Dutch could regroup and regain a modicum of control over proceedings.

Though some critics could see the direction and managed to pull a modicum of enjoyment, it wasn't without critiques that put into question its validity for even being made.

We want to make sure that workers get enough hours, they have a decent wage, that they have safe and healthy working conditions, and that they have basic rights on the job so that they can have a modicum of job security.

As my readers know, anyone with a modicum of common sense can discern whether those urging you to have children are sincere in their concern for you, or whether they are just spouting nonsense that goes against their own conscience.

However, I always felt that the footballing gods dealt us a pretty horrible hand and never doubted that as soon as the injuries subsided, and we began to enjoy a modicum of good fortune, things would start to turn around.

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I know, welcome to fark, but there's usually at least a modicum of something bizarre about a death before it gets an attempted comedy headline.

Being able to maintain some modicum of communication is good.

But both in his script and his performance, Fagbenle does allow for a modicum of hope.

I feel there is more than a modicum of truth in the implication that comparatively not much learning occurs in poorer households.

If this report is correct, then if Dubord has a modicum of integrity or an iota of self-respect or a scintilla of conscience, he should step down NOW – and not later after dragging his department’s reputation through mud.

If you have even a modicum of social justice in your hearts, you’ll be ready to sign up.

It creates an experience that is both daunting yet incredibly satisfying, with the slightest modicum of progress feeling incredibly satisfying.

Maybe some with a modicum of decency may capitulate under pressure and resign, but it will not be the call from either of the two parties that would make them do it.

Now, that can’t possibly be fair to the American people, who are owed at least a modicum of objectivity in a very subjective state of affairs.

Once he has regained a modicum of honor, then he should read the tea leaves and understand he is unwanted as a starter.

Panic buying gives customers a modicum of control as coronavirus takes over the nation with seemingly endless unknowns.

Seeing the difficulty with which many of our neighbors summon even a modicum of respect for others’ lives is discouraging to say the least, and at times makes caring for patients on the front lines feel futile.

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Common combinations with modicum

These word pairs occur most frequently in English texts:

Frequently asked questions

How do you use "modicum" in a sentence?
An example: "Ayaneo’s was on a roll in 2023, launching five handheld consoles through Indiegogo with some modicum of success." This page contains 10+ example sentences with the word "modicum" from authentic English texts.
What does "modicum" mean?
Modicum means: A modest, small, or trifling amount.
What are synonyms of "modicum"?
Common synonyms of "modicum" include: small indefinite quantity, small indefinite amount.
How many example sentences with "modicum" are there?
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