Sentence examples for on the thin side from inspiring English sources

The phrase 'on the thin side' is correct and can be used in written English.
It is typically used to describe someone or something that is not very large or thick. For example, "His wallet is definitely on the thin side; he only carries a few credit cards."

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I'm on the thin side, so I think the attendants may take one look at me and figure I need to be fattened up.

I assure her that her arm is fine, very fine, even somewhat on the thin side.

But despite its brainy joviality, "Franny & Zooey" remains on the thin side.

The film rings true but is socially on the thin side.

Even before the rain came, racing at Aqueduct last week was on the thin side.

When I later phoned Zoe for quotes, I suggested that Richie might be a little on the thin side.

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If you've gripped the thin side, on the other hand, it's actually really difficult to hang on to not only because its thinner, but because that textured finish doesn't extend all the way down to the thin side.

That's the big one, although the agency's roster as a whole tends to be on the thinner side, with a pair of large breasts or curvy hips here and there.

The cheese sauce had a subtle, mild cheddar flavor and was on the thinner side.

The mix is on the thinner side, with a bold horseradish flavor that will burn your nose if you drink it too quickly.

If your face is on the thinner side, a voluminous style will work best.

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