low-grade
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of low-grade
Example Sentences
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Long-lasting, low-grade inflammation is known to contribute to many conditions associated with aging, including heart disease, frailty, and cognitive decline.
From Science Daily
What might otherwise linger as low-grade uncertainty is confronted all at once.
Acetaminophen is the main ingredient in Tylenol and many store-brand pain relievers used for mild to moderate pain and low-grade fever.
From Science Daily
The low-grade layer—which the previous owners hit and deemed unworthy of mining—was the type of primary sulfide ore Rio seeks to unlock with Nuton.
Many locals want the land back that was expropriated by PPC years ago to mine the low-grade brown coal so they can farm it again.
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