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as in glimmer
a very small amount
there's just a streak of stubbornness in that child
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Recent Examples of streak
Alex Harring, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
The Hornets, who have not been to the playoffs since 2016, have now won 23 of their last 29 games and are riding a five-game winning streak.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 27 Mar. 2026
ABC News, 23 Mar. 2026
Three months earlier, as Waddle was streaking towards an All-American campaign in his junior year, the receiver broke his ankle on the opening kickoff of an October game against Tennessee.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 22 Mar. 2026
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Noun
While the Dow Jones Industrial Average is on track to break a weekly losing streak, the S&P 500 is set to record its longest weekly negative run since 2022.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
The Hornets, who have not been to the playoffs since 2016, have now won 23 of their last 29 games and are riding a five-game winning streak.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
Oklahoma City will try to keep its seven-game road win streak alive when the Thunder face Boston.
—ABC News, 23 Mar. 2026
Three months earlier, as Waddle was streaking towards an All-American campaign in his junior year, the receiver broke his ankle on the opening kickoff of an October game against Tennessee.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 22 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for streak
Noun
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Nearby, 16-year-old Josiah Baker, who is from Georgia, wore a full suit of stars and stripes and a black top hat.—
Sarah Bahari,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Americans of various political stripes are blaming the Iran war for high gas and grocery prices.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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Following three straight 100-loss seasons that led to a front-office house cleaning, Rockies fans are peering down the road for glimmers of hope.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
26 Mar. 2026
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Thus, Archer says the book offers a glimmer of hope to its readers.—
Gqlshare,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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To channel the look, pair a bucket hat with a slouchy polo tee and loafers—bright red trousers offer the perfect splash of modernity.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
25 Mar. 2026
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Kids love the family zone, featuring an oceanfront splash pool, mini-water park, swimming pool, jungle gym, and a kids club, while everyone will appreciate the spacious family rooms with connecting options.—
Sheryl Nance Nash,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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In the harsh afternoon sun, it was deserted except for dogs dozing on the rocks, and lovers seeking a shred of privacy.—
Taran Khan,
The Dial,
24 Mar. 2026
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Anyone with a shred of empathy would have a hard time understanding why a person would ever do this.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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British broadcasting rules allowed for a liberal sprinkling of F-words.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Mar. 2026
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Yet, in the verdant oasis of San Pedro, there’s actually a sprinkling of life.—
Mark Johanson,
Outside,
18 Mar. 2026
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Keep an eye out for tiny brown or orange specks, especially around door edges, undercarriage and seams.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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A little speck on the metaphorical Southlake Carroll wall that’s been historically dominated by its eight-time state champion football program.—
Shawn McFarland,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The air smells damp and jungly (in the best possible way) and is sweetened with a hint of frangipani.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Researchers are now exploring Greenland shark genetics for clues about aging, finding hints of enhanced DNA repair and cellular maintenance that could slow aging at a fundamental level.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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November 22 – December 21 Ready to widen your world a touch?—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
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Sagittarius November 22 – December 21 Ready to widen your world a touch?—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Streak.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streak. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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