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Modicum

Description:

A modicum is a small quantity or a limited amount of something, often used to express the minimum needed to satisfy a requirement or standard.

Examples:

Noun:

1. She had only a modicum of patience left after waiting for hours.
2. He had a modicum of talent, but lacked the necessary drive to succeed.
3. The recipe calls for a modicum of sugar to balance the flavors.

Adjective:

1. Despite facing numerous obstacles, they achieved a modicum amount of success.
2. His modicum effort to help was appreciated, although more was expected.
3. With just a modicum understanding of the topic, he managed to pass the exam.

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