as in gadgets
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
a kitchen store filled with neat little jiggers that you didn't know you needed
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Recent Examples of jiggers
The Mitt left my little glass prep bowls, mini tongs, jiggers, measuring spoons, and thermometer probes sparkling clean.
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Kelsey Jane Youngman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Mar. 2026
Inspired by the classic cocktail, a generous splash of olive juice gives the buttery sauce a bright, briny bite, while a couple jiggers of vodka or gin adds subtle depth rather than boozy heat.
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Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2026
Cleaning Bar Tools Beyond Glassware For other types of bar tools like shakers, jiggers, pour spouts, and metal utensils, rinse thoroughly after use and wash with a mild detergent.
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Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
26 Sep. 2025
Kelsey Jane Youngman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Mar. 2026
Inspired by the classic cocktail, a generous splash of olive juice gives the buttery sauce a bright, briny bite, while a couple jiggers of vodka or gin adds subtle depth rather than boozy heat.
—
Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2026
Cleaning Bar Tools Beyond Glassware For other types of bar tools like shakers, jiggers, pour spouts, and metal utensils, rinse thoroughly after use and wash with a mild detergent.
—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jiggers
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That means all of the cookware, kitchen tools, grilling gadgets, baking accessories, and cleaning supplies on sale will come in handy well before the winter holidays hit.
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Like so many other gadgets, the Nex Playground became a victim of RAMageddon when its price went up in April.
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That blast wasn’t the only time on Wednesday that the rookie showed off his physical tools.
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This article was created by content specialists using various tools, including AI.
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.
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Your water heater is another major contributor to your electric bill because manufacturers often set the temperature to these appliances at 140 degrees.
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“Jiggers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jiggers. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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