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pitifully small or inadequate
- The employee received a measly bonus at the end of the year, much less than expected.
- The apartment had a measly kitchenette, with limited space for cooking and storage.
- The student complained about the measly portion sizes in the cafeteria.
- Despite years of service, the retiree was offered a measly pension that barely covered living expenses.
- The struggling artist sold their paintings for a measly sum, hoping for better opportunities in the future.