minima

noun

variants or minimums
plural of minimum
as in minims

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minima
  1. shadows
  2. particles
  3. streaks
  4. granules
  5. rays
  6. dots
  7. syllables
  8. molecules
Noun
  • Mixing a sharp slider with a changeup and fastball from the sunshine into the shadows early in the game, Cease had very little hard contact.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 July 2026
  • And as eye makeup continues its renaissance–with colorful liners, statement shadows and playful mascaras everywhere from the catwalks to TikTok–there’s never been a better time to experiment.
    — Chloe Burcham, Vogue, 24 July 2026
Definition of shadows
Noun
  • Road dust is an issue because fine particles generated from traffic can get into residents’ lungs and cause respiratory issues, and the dust also reduces visibility, which can lead to accidents.
    — Nathaniel Warner, The Conversation, 24 July 2026
  • These fiery particles seek out the smallest vulnerabilities, lodging in gutters, slipping through attic vents or settling into dry debris near your home.
    — Neil Collins, Washington Post, 24 July 2026
Definition of particles
Noun
  • Again, home run bets are long-shot wagers, so losing streaks are part of the equation.
    — Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Due to the long exposure times required to view distant objects, the satellite trains resulted in long streaks of light across observations.
    — Chris Young July 28, Refractor, 28 July 2026
Definition of streaks
Noun
  • Benefits of Rabbit Repellents Commercial rabbit repellents are easy to apply, either as a ready-to-use spray or as scatterable granules.
    — Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 18 July 2026
  • In another bowl, stir together extra-large eggs, instant coffee granules, pure vanilla extract, and sugar.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2026
Definition of granules
Noun
  • They’ve been seen, for example, corralling schools of rays, creating waves to push penguins from ice blocks and extracting the livers of white sharks.
    — Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 23 July 2026
  • In the human body, thick bones absorb the most X-rays, and appear white on the resultant image.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 23 July 2026
Definition of rays
Noun
  • Kathryn and Brandon Mulcahy—owners of Keystone Kitchens in Maryville, Tennessee—have seen an uptick in clusters of four shapes, ranging from dots to small crosses.
    — Kelsey Mulvey, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026
  • But instead of leaning into Minnie Mouse territory, this A-line midiskirt looks more sophisticated and grown-up with its small dots, satiny finish, and lightly ruffled hemline.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 25 July 2026
Definition of dots
Noun
  • At its best, Abrams’ writing taps into a satisfying cadence where the syllables follow an irresistible internal logic and hit just right.
    — Molly Mary O’Brien, Pitchfork, 17 July 2026
  • Cybersecurity, with its six syllables, is by no means a small word.
    — Ipsita Mohanty, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of syllables
Noun
  • Microscopically, a fluid is a chaotic jumble of molecules bouncing off one another like billiard balls.
    — Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 23 July 2026
  • These are large, complex molecules made from living cells or organisms, and they're often used to treat conditions such as cancer and autoimmune disorders.
    — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 23 July 2026
Definition of molecules
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