How to Use "Less" with Example Sentences

less (adv): not as much, smaller

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Used with adjectives:

"She is less able to do it alone."
(able, inclined)

"She regrets going with a less reputable plumber."
(reputable)

"The recipe is less difficult to make the second time."
(difficult)

"I need to buy a less expensive car."
(expensive)

less (adj): not as much, smaller in amount

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Used with nouns:

"She finished the test in less time than her classmates."
(time)

"How about less talk and more action."
(talk)

"He made less mistakes this time."
(mistakes, errors)

"They have less money than we do."
(money, experience, qualifications, skills)