Definition of dropletnext
as in bead
the quantity of fluid that falls naturally in one rounded mass there were only a few droplets left in the canteen

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Recent Examples of droplet Chemical structures Butter and margarine are emulsions, which are mixtures of tiny water droplets spread throughout a continuous fat matrix. Rosemary Trout, The Conversation, 10 June 2026 The microscopic droplets released from a flushing toilet can rise 4 feet in the air and be inhaled or land on bathroom surfaces. Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026 Keeping the spray nozzle close to the target area also helps reduce the drift of droplets. Kansas City Star, 2 June 2026 Beside her, the dog shakes itself, droplets flying from it, then fixes her with an appraising gaze. Maggie O’Farrell, Literary Hub, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for droplet
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Noun
  • Along with debuting new styles, Ancient Greek Sandals also added beads to some of its bestselling sandals.
    Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
  • The Beauty and the Beast star added some 24K shine with a statement gold heart pendant necklace flanked by beads, a gold chain link bracelet, and her customized Olive Ave 14K rose gold and diamond Maeve ring.
    Lara Walsh, InStyle, 22 June 2026
Noun
  • 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
Noun
  • For shoppers comparing options, the cheaper menu items at the same studios include standard IV drips and Restore’s $79 NAD+ bundle.
    Allison Palmer Updated June 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 June 2026
  • Truly excellent drip coffee makers for the multiple mugs a day crowd from Technivorm, coffee grinders from Oxo, and travel cups from Zojirushi.
    Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • Economists polled by Dow Jones are looking at a drop of 4%.
    Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 25 June 2026
  • The barrier to creation drops, but so does differentiation.
    Jay Sen, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

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“Droplet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/droplet. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.

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