bite-size

adjective

variants also bite-sized
Definition of bite-sizenext
as in capsule

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Recent Examples of bite-size Persian or English hothouse cucumbers, cut into bite-size pieces, 12 oz. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 June 2026 This training could benefit anyone who may be exposed to fewer periods of sustained focus as the world shifts toward greater engagement with endless scrolls of bite-size social media. — Supreet Kaur, Scientific American, 10 June 2026 Every sentence arrives polished into bite-size emotional shorthand—ridiculous, slightly glib, but not entirely wrong. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 26 May 2026 Founded in Barcelona more than 30 years ago by the Padrosa family and a team of Spanish chefs, the nine-store restaurant chain is known for its pintxos (bite-size snacks), paellas and vast selection of Spanish wines. — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for bite-size
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bite-size
  1. capsule
  2. miniature
  3. mini
  4. tiny
  5. micro
  6. scant
  7. slender
  8. sparse
Adjective
  • That's a departure for vlogging ILCs, most of which have three capsule mics with effective noise reduction.
    — Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 17 July 2026
  • Elwood and Birdwell are teaming up on a capsule collection rooted in the look and feel of Southern California summers, drawing on decades of surf history to shape the line.
    — Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 24 June 2026
Definition of capsule
Adjective
  • Their surfaces are filled with miniature figures, mythical creatures and motifs drawn from Chinese mythology, inviting close observation.
    — Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • The newest high-tech weapon in the endless war against the world’s deadliest killer is a miniature hunter-killer drone that chops mosquitoes out of mid-air.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 July 2026
Definition of miniature
Adjective
  • Veal and beef meatballs pair nicely with a smoky pomodoro sauce and mini rigatoni.
    — Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • Served on a lazy Susan, multiple scoops of ice cream are surrounded by mini cones, berries, hot fudge, caramel, M&M’s, Reese’s, and other assorted chocolates.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Definition of mini
Adjective
  • One tiny decision can act as a huge catalyst for your life path to unfold in a new way.
    — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Spain's Ministry of the Interior said more than 48,000 migrants who arrived at the border of the tiny territory of Ceuta have been sent back to Morocco.
    — Kerry Breen, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Definition of tiny
Adjective
  • Low rises, micro shorts, crochet and platform boots have all moved well beyond festival grounds.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 28 July 2026
  • Rolling out micro feedback opportunities creates a rhythm of sharing information which allows leadership and the core change team to course correct the strategic roadmap quickly.
    — Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of micro
Adjective
  • Those fighting trafficking often live in their own silos, failing or refusing to share even scant details with other jurisdictions.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
  • Getting information even a scant few seconds faster can mean potentially massive profits for those algorithmic traders.
    — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
Definition of scant
Adjective
  • The sandals feature simple, elegant lines that come together in an innovative design, characterized by a slender strap that starts as a slingback and wraps around the foot, culminating in a wavy design over the toe.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
  • The image depicts a fairly slender-looking screen-free wearable, but one that looks distinctly wider than the Fitbit Air.
    — Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of slender
Adjective
  • The Sullivans’ sparse, slightly surreal arrangements take an economic approach.
    — W. Reed Putnam, Pitchfork, 30 July 2026
  • Some weeks customers were so sparse that Martinez couldn’t afford to offer his now-signature rib-eye taco.
    — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026
Definition of sparse

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“Bite-size.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bite-size. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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