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as in splashes
a very small amount
money doled out in driblets to the workers
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Lightweight cottons and linens feel airy and relaxed, while washable blends are practical in a space consistently exposed to cooking splatter, splashes, and humidity.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
27 Feb. 2026 -
Kitchens and breakfast nooks live closer to steam, splashes, and open cabinet doors.—
Maria Williams,
Ascend Agency,
20 Feb. 2026
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From the sounds of brass bands to beads flying through the air, organizers say this year's celebration was the biggest yet, considered the largest Mardi Gras parade in California.—
Conor McGill,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2026
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But following a call from the influential archbishop of Manila, a million people armed only with flowers, rosary beads and prayers surrounded the camps.—
Keith B. Richburg,
Washington Post,
25 Feb. 2026
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My grandmother’s version typically called just for the addition of generous sprinklings of Lawry’s garlic salt and black pepper—and that’s it.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
5 Dec. 2025
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Instead of skittering off, the hot droplets start sticking and seeping into the surface texture, and leave wet patches behind.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Feb. 2026
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Temperatures are well below zero degrees Fahrenheit, so these clouds are formed with ice crystals instead of water droplets.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
24 Feb. 2026
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Tiny beads of blood had seeped out and dried into tiny specks.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Feb. 2026
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Also known as sunspots, solar lentigines, or liver spots, age spots are additional specks and bits of pigment caused by excessive sun exposure.—
Essence,
Essence,
27 Jan. 2026
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Safety glasses will protect your eyes from stray paint drips and splatters, while a proper mask will limit the inhalation of toxic fumes.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Feb. 2026
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Common problems include drips, peeling, and uneven coverage, but even the worst paint job is incredibly fixable.—
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
26 Feb. 2026
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The novel is famously austere, with mere glimmers of physical intimacy.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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In non-theme park play, the game revolves around Illumineers, glimmers, inklands, a lorebook and other buzzwords and actions that are important to players.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Jan. 2026
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In 2026, the CEO noted that Merrell plans to deliver newness across its key performance and lifestyle franchises, including fresh colors and materials, seasonal energy drops, and new styles to bolster the collections.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
26 Feb. 2026
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As the first few drops of rain fall, temperatures will cool.—
Cutter Martin,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Driblets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/driblets. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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