as in specks
a very small amount
an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure
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Recent Examples of ounces
Handheld devices usually weigh a few ounces, while larger ones can weigh multiple pounds.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
The double cheeseburger includes two patties (thinner style, 2 ounces or so each of 85% lean beef) seared fast on a hot griddle, with American cheese on a kaiser roll.
—Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Oh, and keep each element under 4 ounces and the whole day of eating at about 1,500 calories.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 16 Mar. 2026
The new Ozzy — named after her paternal grandfather, the former Black Sabbath frontman who died of a heart attack last July — clocked in a week ago at 7 pounds, 12 ounces, and 19 inches long, according to the photo.
—Assistant Editor, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Osbourne’s social media post featured a black-and-white video of their newborn, sleeping on floral sheets alongside a card revealing she was born on March 5, weighing 7 pounds and 4 ounces.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 12 Mar. 2026
Next to her in the image is a sign announcing her name, birth date, birth weight (7 pounds, 12 ounces) and size (19 inches).
—Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026
The all-tackle world record, from Bulgaria, weighed 87 pounds 10-ounces.
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 12 Mar. 2026
This easy-to-make dough mix only needs 12 ounces of beer (of your choosing) to create a malty, buttery bread with a golden crust.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026
Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
The double cheeseburger includes two patties (thinner style, 2 ounces or so each of 85% lean beef) seared fast on a hot griddle, with American cheese on a kaiser roll.
—Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Oh, and keep each element under 4 ounces and the whole day of eating at about 1,500 calories.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 16 Mar. 2026
The new Ozzy — named after her paternal grandfather, the former Black Sabbath frontman who died of a heart attack last July — clocked in a week ago at 7 pounds, 12 ounces, and 19 inches long, according to the photo.
—Assistant Editor, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
Osbourne’s social media post featured a black-and-white video of their newborn, sleeping on floral sheets alongside a card revealing she was born on March 5, weighing 7 pounds and 4 ounces.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 12 Mar. 2026
Next to her in the image is a sign announcing her name, birth date, birth weight (7 pounds, 12 ounces) and size (19 inches).
—Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026
The all-tackle world record, from Bulgaria, weighed 87 pounds 10-ounces.
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 12 Mar. 2026
This easy-to-make dough mix only needs 12 ounces of beer (of your choosing) to create a malty, buttery bread with a golden crust.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ounces
Noun
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Keep an eye out for tiny brown or orange specks, especially around door edges, undercarriage and seams.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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Learning how to apply mascara correctly can level up your whole eye look—but without the proper technique, even the best mascara can leave you with clumps, smears, or black specks across your face.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Braves didn’t make many offseason splashes but instead should get a lot of key players back to full health after a disastrous run of injuries throughout 2025.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
21 Mar. 2026
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The design here avoids ski-lodge clichés but maintains splendid common areas, including a cozy library and a grand lobby decorated with stone and wood finishes and splashes of rich red and orange hues.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Strong adults will let the littles (who really should not be skiing with their own poles yet in most cases) grab their pole.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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There are a host of other things available to entertain your littles, tweens, and teens around town, including The Butterfly Conservatory, Eco-Discovery Center, Shipwreck Museum, and Truman Waterfront Park’s splash pad.—
Ronny Maye,
Essence,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In another part of the factory, a worker used a wooden stick, like a tongue compressor at a doctor’s office, to scrape excess bits of explosive out of the grooves inside each shell, ensuring that the base would screw on smoothly.—
Simon Shuster,
The Atlantic,
27 Mar. 2026
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Even more concerning than the plastic bits in our organs is the chemicals that come with them.—
Shanna Swan,
New York Daily News,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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My grandmother’s version typically called just for the addition of generous sprinklings of Lawry’s garlic salt and black pepper—and that’s it.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
5 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Following three straight 100-loss seasons that led to a front-office house cleaning, Rockies fans are peering down the road for glimmers of hope.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
26 Mar. 2026
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The surface of the bay glimmers all the way to the islands on the ethereal horizon.—
Stephanie Rafanelli,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Mar. 2026
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And excitingly, there are structural hints with WISPIT 2's protoplanetary disk of more forming protoplanets.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
24 Mar. 2026
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Jay has also been dropping hints about being back outside this year.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
24 Mar. 2026
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The foyer has a step-up entry from the front door, which feels elegant, and the living room is spacious with lovely touches in every direction — notice the built-ins with the arches that bookend the fireplace.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
23 Mar. 2026
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The dining room, finished with rich wood wainscoting, is illuminated by a modern chandelier that hints at the apartment’s contemporary touches.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Ounces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ounces. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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