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The phrase "a small raise" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a minor increase in salary or wages.
Example: "After the performance review, I was pleased to receive a small raise in my salary."
Alternatives: "a slight increase" or "a modest raise".
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We even gave ourselves a small raise.
Last year, the firm even gave itself a small raise.
Their hopes were buoyed recently when she was promoted and got a small raise.
One executive involved in the negotiations said Mr. Letterman had asked for a small raise, to $31.5 million.
"We ended up hearing that he never brought it up and all he did was talk about a small raise in healthcare," Harms said.
Blame executives who continue to see their bank accounts add zeros yet let you pick up the tab when low-paid workers get a small raise.
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The work began with a trio on a small raised stage at the back of the space.
It's a small, raised platform on a muddy field, far from the main action, populated by recycling bins.
The camera is flush with the body – no camera bump or wedge-shape needed – with a small raised bezel to help protect the lens.
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