as in coarse
made up of large particles
icy, granular snow makes for terrible skiing—if you can, ski on light, powdery snow
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Recent Examples of granular
Pre-emergent herbicides can be applied as a liquid or granular product.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2026
Start fertilizing roses with slow-release granular fertilizer.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
Just nine sentences from nine different books, very granular.
—Literary Hub, 5 Mar. 2026
University of Notre Dame PhD candidate Esmee Belzer, an analytical chemist, is working on the environment at a granular level, studying road dust and detecting the spread of lead and other pollutants.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2026
Start fertilizing roses with slow-release granular fertilizer.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
Just nine sentences from nine different books, very granular.
—Literary Hub, 5 Mar. 2026
University of Notre Dame PhD candidate Esmee Belzer, an analytical chemist, is working on the environment at a granular level, studying road dust and detecting the spread of lead and other pollutants.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for granular
Recent Examples of Synonyms for granular
Adjective
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Nestle the oyster into crushed ice or coarse salt to keep it level.—
Rai Mincey,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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That was a bit of a turnoff for this old traditionalist, who thinks politics has gotten too coarse and foul-mouthed.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The brand’s classic coats were joined by handsome bomber jackets in grained leather or suede, cocooning puffers and enveloping shearling jackets and stoles that were lined with contrasting napa for extra luxe.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Turbinado sugar, also known as raw sugar, has crystals that are coarser and darker than granulated or brown sugar.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
18 Dec. 2025
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In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or in a large bowl, with a hand mixer nearby), add softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Versatile, breezy dresses are the ultimate suitcase staple, taking you from sandy strolls and poolside lounging to ocean view dinners without missing a beat.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Mar. 2026
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With ten inland beaches and nearly 100 miles of trails, the area is also famous for more than 42 miles of colorful, 200-foot-tall sandstone cliffs, waterfalls, and sandy beaches.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Granular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/granular. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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