drizzled

Definition of drizzlednext
past tense of drizzle
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Verb
  • Large metal trays and sieves were set out, and the oldest women, their faces marked with Amazigh tattoos, took their place around them, sleeves pushed back, hands already dusted with semolina.
    Boutheina Ben Salem, Vogue, 8 May 2026
  • It is then dusted with cacao and, poetically enough, resembles its namesake; a brick.
    James Horncastle, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Verb
  • An employee was also pepper-sprayed but did not suffer any injuries, according to police.
    Jason Green, Mercury News, 14 May 2026
  • Video obtained by The Associated Press showed passengers on the tarmac donning similar suits and being sprayed down with disinfectant.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 May 2026
Verb
  • There are also special and unique antique trinkets sprinkled throughout the store that add an element of interest and curiosity.
    Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
  • With hints of Nashville and LA sprinkled throughout the shop, a KC native just opened a new boutique and embroidery bar in the Northland.
    Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
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“Drizzled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drizzled. Accessed 17 May. 2026.

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