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The phrase "a surprisingly smaller" is not correct in standard English usage.
It can be used when comparing sizes, but the adjective "smaller" should not be preceded by "a" in this context.
Example: "The new model is surprisingly smaller than the previous version."
Alternatives: "unexpectedly smaller" or "surprisingly reduced in size."
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Application of drought stress, known as another important factor, had a surprisingly smaller impact than its duration or higher temperatures.
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