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Minute
01
each of the sixty parts that creates one hour and is made up of sixty seconds
Example
I need a minute to think about your question before I respond.
I 'll be ready in a minute, just give me a moment.
Example
She paused for a minute to collect her thoughts before responding to the question.
It only took a minute for the news to spread throughout the office.
Example
Right this minute, we are experiencing a major breakthrough in the project.
At that minute, he realized he had forgotten his keys.
The minute the clock struck midnight, the celebration began.
04
distance measured by the time taken to cover it
05
a written record summarizing the proceedings and decisions made
Example
The secretary read the previous meeting 's minute aloud.
The minute noted the agreement to increase the budget.
He reviewed the minute to prepare for the next discussion.
06
a unit of angular distance equal to a 60th of a degree
minute
01
very small
Example
Despite its minute size, the rare gem was worth a small fortune.
Despite its minute size, the tiny village was bustling with activity and charm.
02
marked by extreme attention to detail and careful, thorough examination
Example
The watchmaker 's work is minute, requiring precision and focus on even the tiniest components.
Example
I need a minute to think about your question before I respond.
I'll be ready in a minute, just give me a moment.
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