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Definition less than in American English

less than phrase

phrase
1

used before a number or amount to say that the actual number or amount is smaller than this

Example

His death was the second skiing tragedy in less than a week.

Example

In some areas there is a less than 30% turnout in local elections.

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Definition less than in American English