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The phrase "a modicum of affection for" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when expressing a small or moderate amount of affection or fondness towards someone or something.
Example: "Despite their differences, she felt a modicum of affection for her old friend."
Alternatives: "a small amount of affection for" or "a little fondness for".
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Some of the vanquished editors, such as Roger Rosenblatt and Mike Ruby, both of U.S. News, retain a modicum of affection for Zuckerman.
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'But we live there so there's a modicum of affection at the base of it.
If you have no respect for me, I nevertheless expect a modicum of respect for my wife".
Fortunately, the rest of the sports news held at least a modicum of hope for some perspective.
But it does demand a modicum of respect for others – even those who have lost respect for themselves.
"If this leads to a modicum of security for Israel, it will be defined as Arafat being contained".
Even among detractors, though, there was a modicum of respect for the nominations this year, if not the presentation show.
I hope most Guardian readers would have a modicum of sympathy for the situation I find myself in.
It's hard to feel even a modicum of sympathy for the CEO of Sears Holdings.
I have tried to include a modicum of explanation for each audience while avoiding over-explanation for either.
Hold onto your money, and even more important, at least a modicum of respect for the dead.
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