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as in specks
a very small piece
just give me a grain of information about what to expect on the program
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as in temperaments
one's characteristic attitude or mood
cheating, even on my income taxes, goes against my grain
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Recent Examples of grains
Kosher salt, with its coarse, medium-sized grains, is favored for its clean flavor, versatility, and ease of handling.
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Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 June 2026
Straw is the agricultural byproduct of harvesting cereal grains such as barley, wheat and rice.
—Noah Daly, Idaho Statesman, 13 June 2026
It was founded by Colby and Ashley Frey in 2006 with a focus on making whiskey using the grains that are grown on their family farm.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 13 June 2026
Colby Frey, the fifth-generation farmer and the distillery's founder, planted the first whiskey grains in 2002 and began distilling in 2014.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Damaged grains that weren’t fit for the market were repurposed into making a humble dish for farmers and their families.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 12 June 2026
In contrast, eating refined grains like white bread, puffed rice, or white rice might increase inflammation and make your joints hurt more.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 12 June 2026
Improved nutrition and ingredient quality Fresh dog food typically uses ingredients that pet owners recognize, such as chicken, broccoli or grains.
—Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Use whole grains like millet, farro, or bulgur as a base in your grain bowl or as a side dish, rather than using refined grains like white rice.
—Caitlin Beale, Health, 5 June 2026
Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 June 2026
Straw is the agricultural byproduct of harvesting cereal grains such as barley, wheat and rice.
—Noah Daly, Idaho Statesman, 13 June 2026
It was founded by Colby and Ashley Frey in 2006 with a focus on making whiskey using the grains that are grown on their family farm.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 13 June 2026
Colby Frey, the fifth-generation farmer and the distillery's founder, planted the first whiskey grains in 2002 and began distilling in 2014.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Damaged grains that weren’t fit for the market were repurposed into making a humble dish for farmers and their families.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 12 June 2026
In contrast, eating refined grains like white bread, puffed rice, or white rice might increase inflammation and make your joints hurt more.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 12 June 2026
Improved nutrition and ingredient quality Fresh dog food typically uses ingredients that pet owners recognize, such as chicken, broccoli or grains.
—Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Use whole grains like millet, farro, or bulgur as a base in your grain bowl or as a side dish, rather than using refined grains like white rice.
—Caitlin Beale, Health, 5 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grains
Noun
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Flash frames, scratches and specks of dust pop up randomly on the screen.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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This looks like tiny black or reddish-brown specks that resemble coffee grounds.—
Emily Hayes,
Martha Stewart,
9 June 2026
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The race left relatively normal Democrats like former Controller Betty Yee, former Speaker Toni Atkins, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan struggling to gain traction despite having seemingly better temperaments, resumes, and ideas.—
Matt Fleming,
Oc Register,
27 May 2026
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The Singapore Sling and the Million Dollar Cocktail are sisters who share the same DNA and many of the same qualities but possess quite different temperaments and have gone on to enjoy different lives.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Cool the griddle completely and wipe up any rust particles or debris with paper towels.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
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With a 9-liter filter basket and wide intake area, it’s designed to capture everything from fine particles to large leaves, requiring less emptying and freeing up more pool time.—
V BRAND STORIES,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Those moments led to Game 3 at Madison Square Garden where tempers flared early.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
10 June 2026
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Suddenly, everyone was talking at once, voices and tempers rising.—
Yoni Appelbaum,
The Atlantic,
8 June 2026
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But flecks of green were visible throughout the stadium as Algeria fans made their presence known as well.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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There are also flecks of red embedded throughout the pattern.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
Noun
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David Yannetti, representing Officer Nicholas O’Malley, 33, has filed a slew of discovery motions in the case — requesting records of King’s complete criminal history, including all arrests, charges, dispositions, and pending matters from any jurisdiction.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
13 May 2026
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Deputies will document all referrals and dispositions so the department can track how often services are offered, what resources are utilized and whether those efforts are producing measurable results.—
Sierra van der Brug,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
Noun
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The pieces are machine washable — a practical necessity for unavoidable spills and stains in the kitchen — and the cloth bits are made from 100 percent cotton.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
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Irregular, edges catch oil differently, crisping into jagged, craggly bits while softer interior pockets hold onto dressing, broth, or sauce—the kind of varied texture that makes each bite its own.—
Anne Wolf,
Martha Stewart,
18 June 2026
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Journalists such as Ofusu believe global attitudes towards African football held Ghana back at a time when the national team were arguably at their best.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Whitcomb said attitudes toward growth have shifted but not enough for Davis to meet its state housing obligations.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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“Grains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grains. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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