as in particle
a very small piece
is there one granule of truth in that statement?
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Recent Examples of granule
Fertilize dahlias with slow-release granules at planting time, or use a diluted liquid product when watering.
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Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2025
Stop mosquitoes from multiplying in your yard with these granules that target larvae in standing water.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 June 2025
The analysis revealed that 240 starch granules were present within the teeth.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 June 2025
Ina calls for two kinds of chocolate: semi-sweet (specifically Hershey’s chips) and unsweetened chocolate, extra-large eggs (her preferred, and uncommon, egg size), plus instant coffee granules and vanilla to boost the flavor of the chocolate.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
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Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2025
Stop mosquitoes from multiplying in your yard with these granules that target larvae in standing water.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 June 2025
The analysis revealed that 240 starch granules were present within the teeth.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 June 2025
Ina calls for two kinds of chocolate: semi-sweet (specifically Hershey’s chips) and unsweetened chocolate, extra-large eggs (her preferred, and uncommon, egg size), plus instant coffee granules and vanilla to boost the flavor of the chocolate.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for granule
Noun
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This special light is the reflection of sunlight off particles and dust in the solar system.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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However, O'Connor says your curtains and drapes still collect dust, pet dander, cooking odors, and other airborne particles that can affect indoor air quality.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The recipe for bulldog gravy originated in Appalachian coal mining communities, rooted in kitchens where resourceful cooks knew how to wrest every speck of flavor from humble ingredients.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
6 Aug. 2025
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His eyes gleamed, without a single speck of jealousy.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
29 July 2025
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Although other pests cause similar damage, thrips damage is often associate with numerous small flecks of dark green to black fecal matter.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
5 Aug. 2025
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While mostly white-colored overall, hues of pink can be visible along with black flecks spread along the plant.—
Emily Leahy,
Hartford Courant,
19 July 2025
Noun
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Sources of fiber include fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.—
Dr. Roshini Raj,
Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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That is, regions in a young planetary disk where temperatures are so cold that water, ammonia, carbon monoxide or even methane can freeze into ice grains.—
Bruce Dorminey,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The molecule is already utilized in antibacterial medications used for the treatment of wounds and acne.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Aug. 2025
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As the probes twinkle on and off, computational models estimate exactly where each molecule is located—and reconstruct a high-resolution image of the sample.—
Katarina Zimmer,
JSTOR Daily,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This allows the patch to react to UV exposure and change color, indicating when to use sunscreen.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Again, aging this roster for a one-year patch doesn’t seem all that optimal.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Elvis Presley, Garth Brooks and Michael Jackson Looking specifically at solo male musicians, Elvis Presley owns this bit of history, and he may not be matched for a long time.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Adding a little bit of playfulness and spontaneity into every conversation also makes space for laughter and even intimacy.—
Mark Travers,
CNBC,
17 Aug. 2025
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To do this, Mock suggests, moving everything from the countertop and scraping away any crumbs or debris.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
9 Aug. 2025
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This week Trump has also dropped another crumb for spectators: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent won’t be moving over to the Fed.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Granule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/granule. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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