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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a few slightly" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It is unclear how to use it because "a few" typically refers to a countable quantity, while "slightly" is an adverb that modifies an adjective or verb, creating confusion in the phrase.
Example: "I have a few slightly different ideas for the project."
Alternatives: "a few somewhat" or "a few a little".
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A few slightly soused reporters remained.
Instead, they tackled a few slightly smaller peaks.
Style-wise despite a few slightly shaky outings, Lawrence's fashion choices have been flawless.
A few slightly more dramatic events have already taken place before the action starts.
I used to live in Honolulu, so I can share a few slightly less-known attractions.
There were a few slightly quizzical comments about the period details last week.
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While it shares the open-ended nature of Toca Boca's apps, it's a bit more… "Complex?" says Jeffery. "Yes, we've been doing a few slightly-riskier, more difficult-to-make apps.
And there are a good few slightly less serious chapters – umbrellas, silly hats (those two done in depth to explore, of course, our histories of weather-watching and eccentricity).
There are a few very slightly curving walls.
There are a few other, slightly less scientific platform guidelines.
Immediately after the earthquake, all safety systems in each unit were operable, though a few were slightly damaged.
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