as in fragments
a broken or irregular part of something that often remains incomplete
if even a tiny fraction of that cookie broke off and fell into the delicate watch works, it could mess things up
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Recent Examples of fractions
However, this predictable behavior breaks down during ultra-high-speed deformation that occurs in mere fractions of a microsecond.
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026
Aerodynamics are extremely important in Skeleton, where the margin of victory can be fractions of a second.
—Outside, 9 Feb. 2026
There wasn’t even a full question asked about the secret project using computer technology aimed at shaving fractions of a second off speedskating times to help the Americans bring home gold medals from the Milan Cortina Olympics.
—Howard Fendrich, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
Santos-Griswold knows this firsthand, having seen Olympic races decided by fractions of seconds and controversial calls.
—Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 18 Jan. 2026
While switching genes on and off or upping protein production could take minutes or hours, a membrane potential can flip in fractions of a second.
—Elise Cutts, Quanta Magazine, 12 Jan. 2026
Multiple studies, bipartisan election officials, and court rulings across the country have found fraud rates measured not in percentages, but in fractions of a fraction of a percent.
—Coalition, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
Yet many struggled with basic concepts such as adding fractions or solving simple equations.
—Akos Rona Tas, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Dec. 2025
Yet the top racers always finish within fractions of seconds of each other.
—John Meyer, Denver Post, 24 Nov. 2025
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026
Aerodynamics are extremely important in Skeleton, where the margin of victory can be fractions of a second.
—Outside, 9 Feb. 2026
There wasn’t even a full question asked about the secret project using computer technology aimed at shaving fractions of a second off speedskating times to help the Americans bring home gold medals from the Milan Cortina Olympics.
—Howard Fendrich, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
Santos-Griswold knows this firsthand, having seen Olympic races decided by fractions of seconds and controversial calls.
—Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 18 Jan. 2026
While switching genes on and off or upping protein production could take minutes or hours, a membrane potential can flip in fractions of a second.
—Elise Cutts, Quanta Magazine, 12 Jan. 2026
Multiple studies, bipartisan election officials, and court rulings across the country have found fraud rates measured not in percentages, but in fractions of a fraction of a percent.
—Coalition, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
Yet many struggled with basic concepts such as adding fractions or solving simple equations.
—Akos Rona Tas, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Dec. 2025
Yet the top racers always finish within fractions of seconds of each other.
—John Meyer, Denver Post, 24 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fractions
Noun
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Information comes in fragments through family, messages and what people are able to share online.—
Emily Chan,
Vogue,
14 Feb. 2026
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What is more certain is the fact that ASASSN-24fw itself is closely circled by gas and dust fragments, which seem to be the remains of previous planetary collisions.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This cut has the coolness of a long, rock-and-roll shag, but floatier layers and romantic, face-framing pieces, or curtain bangs, to bring it into 2026.—
Loren Savini,
Allure,
14 Feb. 2026
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The score alternates between traditional ceremonial sounds and some jazz pieces by saxophonist Keïta Janota and Gaspard Gomis which frame the narration.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Offered in different flavors, the Strawberry Granola Bites feature a burst of fruity goodness, while the Chocolate Chip Granola Bites combine bits of sweetness with a wholesome mix of oats.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
20 Feb. 2026
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The cookie crumble bits are perfect.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Fractions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fractions. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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