driblet

noun

ˈdrib-lət How to pronounce driblet (audio)
Definition of dribletnext
1
as in splash
a very small amount money doled out in driblets to the workers

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2
as in bead
the quantity of fluid that falls naturally in one rounded mass rain leaked through the roof in solitary driblets here and there

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for driblet
  1. splash
  2. bead
  3. shred
  4. glob
  5. glimmer
  6. drip
  7. sprinkling
  8. droplet
Noun
  • And teach kids not to drink from the pool or treat splash-pad spouts like drinking fountains.
    — Angela Haupt, Time, 20 July 2026
  • Krinsky said these hires have gotten Reebok several headlines—plus a Netflix documentary—but O’Neal and Iverson are with the company for more than a big PR splash.
    — Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of splash
Noun
  • At these lodges and retreats, recycled glass, volcanic stone, palm leaves, beads, clay, flowers and olive oil will become part of the trip, a tangible memory to carry home.
    — Emese Maczko, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • This white French manicure pairs chrome bangle details with delicate gold beads for a chic design that feels like wearable jewelry.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 21 July 2026
Definition of bead
Noun
  • The congress has repeatedly amended the constitution to concentrate power in Ortega's hands and eliminate any shred of democratic independence and dissent in the country.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026
  • Fair Oaks’ famous chickens roam the property, pecking up shreds of lettuce that inevitably fall from the sandwiches.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of shred
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  • Throughout the week, nightstands tend to collect books, cups, charging cords, and the occasional water ring and glob of lotion residue, too.
    — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 16 June 2026
  • Instead of being rolled, the enchiladas are stacked with slivers of tortilla, then topped with the familiar glob of cheese.
    — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
Definition of glob
Noun
  • Then ground broke on the I-285 express lanes, and a glimmer of light hit Cedar Island Drive.
    — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 26 July 2026
  • Achieving mainstream stardom hasn’t stopped Cale, Jacobs and Scorsese from maintaining the glimmer of coolness decades into their careers.
    — Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 24 July 2026
Definition of glimmer
Noun
  • Adraina prefers her caffeine beverages on the sweet side as a latte, while Matt enjoys cold brew and drip.
    — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026
  • Janet grabbed a roll of paper towels, ready to clean up the dirty drips that ran across her kitchen floor.
    — Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026
Definition of drip
Noun
  • Try serving with a dollop of sour cream and a generous sprinkling of powdered sugar.
    — Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 21 July 2026
  • McLean and his team are working around the clock, sprinkling water on the course only in the mornings and evenings, barely enough moisture to keep the blades of grass alive.
    — Gabby Herzig, New York Times, 16 July 2026
Definition of sprinkling
Noun
  • University of New Mexico students pass me on the sidewalk, eyes downcast under their umbrellas bent against the fat droplets of rain (the campus is right on Central Ave).
    — Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 July 2026
  • While processing the scene, APD investigators located and collected a droplet of fresh blood that was on a bedroom television stand.
    — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 22 July 2026
Definition of droplet
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