as in rainfall
a light or fine rain
the intermittent drizzle was just heavy enough to spoil all of our outdoor activities
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Recent Examples of drizzle
Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
When installed correctly, with the proper slope, however, many models offer some protection from drizzles or light showers, but this isn’t a guarantee.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 June 2026
Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
Top with the salmon chunks and drizzle with more (or all) of the dressing.
—Emily Weinstein, Twin Cities, 4 June 2026
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Noun
The entire plate gets a drizzle of Caesar dressing sharp with white balsamic vinegar.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
When installed correctly, with the proper slope, however, many models offer some protection from drizzles or light showers, but this isn’t a guarantee.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 June 2026
Verb
Season to taste; drizzle with half of remaining vinaigrette.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
Top with the salmon chunks and drizzle with more (or all) of the dressing.
—Emily Weinstein, Twin Cities, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drizzle
Noun
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Some storms could produce gusty winds, heavy rainfall, and frequent lightning.—
Lauren Bostwick,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Any places where such intense rainfall persists for several hours could have widespread flooding impacts.—
Chris Dolce,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
Verb
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As a bonus, this vacuum comes with different attachments, including a dusting brush and hair screw tool.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
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They’re dusted with a classic ranch-style seasoning blend that includes garlic powder, onion powder, and powdered sour cream and buttermilk.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
9 June 2026
Noun
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The cookies are finished with a sprinkle of chile-lime seasoning for just a touch of spice.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2026
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The sprinkles were a nice touch.—
Sean Joseph OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Verb
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If that happens, remove the safety clip, hold the can with both hands, and prepare to spray when the bear is roughly 30 to 40 feet away.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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Aerial footage showed firefighters spraying water on several buildings that were on fire.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
Noun
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That precipitation varies, however.—
Allen Best,
Denver Post,
14 June 2026
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The chance of precipitation for Sunday is 60% as of the NWS’s Saturday forecast.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Turner and his 11-year-old son Brooks would go out and pepper Caskey with shot after shot.—
Steve Gorches,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 June 2026
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Most of the match was played in Saudi Arabia’s half of the field during the second half, as the Uruguayan attackers peppered Saudi Arabia’s defense with shots.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
16 June 2026
Noun
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The shift matters because budget body mists and signature sprays are reshaping how shoppers build a fragrance wardrobe.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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The best scent picks at Dollar Tree Dollar Tree has leaned into the body mist trend with a rotating lineup of SPA Luxury sprays that mimic the soft, layered fragrances popular on social media.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Pieces of debris were also seen strewn about from the storm.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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At the same time, fans marveled at display cars strewn around the track’s paddock area.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
31 May 2026
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“Drizzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drizzle. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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