as in to dot
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
the baker freckled the frosting with flakes of coconut
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Recent Examples of freckle
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2026
The Woodward White comes dressed in dollops of rich ricotta freckled with red pepper flakes and lemon zest, while the Bagley Chorizo elevates ranch dressing, a Midwest staple, by infusing it with cilantro.
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Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
29 July 2025
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
17 May 2026
And Talk Deep is quite good for a freckle.
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Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
23 Mar. 2026
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Verb
An ovoid shao bing—a flaky laminated pastry freckled with sesame seeds—provides a sharp contrast in temperatures: the bun is oven-hot and puffy with steam, the thick slab of butter tucked inside still fridge cold.
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Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2026
The Woodward White comes dressed in dollops of rich ricotta freckled with red pepper flakes and lemon zest, while the Bagley Chorizo elevates ranch dressing, a Midwest staple, by infusing it with cilantro.
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Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
29 July 2025
Noun
Keep an eye out for tiny black dots that could resemble new freckles.
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Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
17 May 2026
And Talk Deep is quite good for a freckle.
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Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
23 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for freckle
Verb
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Security cameras dotted the property, and a guard called out to visitors who strayed too close.
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The landscape is dotted with lighthouses, and climbing one feels like a rite of passage.
Noun
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Mexican comfort food known for agua frescas, frozen margaritas, enchiladas (mole, salsa verde and sour cream trio), pambazos and desserts.
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The film was decried by the LGBT community even in pre-production, as a mole on set allegedly leaked a copy of the screenplay to passionate advocates like Village Voice columnist Arthur Bell.
Verb
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There are more than 70 hits sprinkled like glitter across this tale of a pair of lovers and a cast of performers at the Moulin Rouge cabaret club.
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Custom Paul Smith deck chairs are positioned on the waterfront, a collection of board games offers a respite from the sun, and other witty, Paul Smith touches are sprinkled throughout the property.
Noun
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The boy even has the distinct birthmark the toddler had on his cheek.
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He is described as having dark hair and eyes, as well as having a birthmark on his left upper shoulder.
Verb
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Prosecutors said a boxcutter stained with what appeared to be blood was found in the car, and there were also possible bloodstains found on the steering wheel and exterior door.
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At the site, an Associated Press reporter saw rubble and chunks of concrete stained with blood.
Noun
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Verticillium wilt causes similar blotches and yellowing.
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Pine snakes can grow up to 56 inches in length, have black, brown, and russet scales with dark blotches along their backs, and are noted for having a pointed nose, which experts believe may help with burrowing.
Verb
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Reiner would pepper Brooks' ancient man with questions about what Jesus was like.
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During aggressive cross-examination of ATF agents, Haney peppered them with questions about what steps were taken to protect the integrity of the site of the Lachman fire.
Noun
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Proper prep work is essential for a smooth, durable finish to avoid flaws, peeling, streaks, or splotches.
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Patients with melasma, a skin condition that causes brown splotches to appear on the face, need to be especially careful about wearing SPF in summer months.
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“Freckle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freckle. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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