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
Professional angler Cole Huskins of Gastonia won the recent Turtlebox Bassmaster Open on the lake with a three-day total catch of 47 pounds, 14 ounces.
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Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 16 May 2026
Nunley’s fish weighed in at a staggering 15 pounds, 7 1/2 ounces and measured 27 7/8 inches long, officially breaking a state record that had stood for more than 11 years.
—Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
While hydration needs vary by person, a useful guidepost is to aim for at least half of your body weight in ounces per day.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026
The vessel holds 24 ounces of liquid and is sold at four locations on the main concourse.
—Peter Baugh, New York Times, 12 May 2026
Working with 1/3 cup (about 1 1/3 ounces) of cheese at a time, press tightly into a firm ball (about 1-inch in diameter).
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
Each glass votive has a blue and white tye-dye pattern, and holds up to 15 ounces of BiteFighter Torch Fuel, BiteFighter Clean Burn Torch Fuel, or Tiki brand Citronella Torch Fuel.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2026
Zairah now weighs 7 pounds, 10 ounces.
—Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026
That specimen, which was uncovered in Alaska, is 100 ounces lighter.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 8 May 2026
Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 16 May 2026
Nunley’s fish weighed in at a staggering 15 pounds, 7 1/2 ounces and measured 27 7/8 inches long, officially breaking a state record that had stood for more than 11 years.
—Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
While hydration needs vary by person, a useful guidepost is to aim for at least half of your body weight in ounces per day.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026
The vessel holds 24 ounces of liquid and is sold at four locations on the main concourse.
—Peter Baugh, New York Times, 12 May 2026
Working with 1/3 cup (about 1 1/3 ounces) of cheese at a time, press tightly into a firm ball (about 1-inch in diameter).
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
Each glass votive has a blue and white tye-dye pattern, and holds up to 15 ounces of BiteFighter Torch Fuel, BiteFighter Clean Burn Torch Fuel, or Tiki brand Citronella Torch Fuel.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2026
Zairah now weighs 7 pounds, 10 ounces.
—Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026
That specimen, which was uncovered in Alaska, is 100 ounces lighter.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ounces
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From the summit of Monte Gambarogno, the towns hugging the shore of Lake Maggiore appear as tiny specks, dwarfed by the snowcapped southern Alps to the north.—
Lisa Kadane,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2026
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Silvery or mottled patches on leaves, brown or distorted petal edges, dark specks (feces) or flower buds that fail to open are signs of thrips.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
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Add a few more splashes of the reserved hot water.—
Karla Walsh,
CNN Money,
12 May 2026
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Perennials are a great way to spruce up your garden and add splashes of greenery to your landscape.—
Adrienne Jordan,
Martha Stewart,
8 May 2026
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After all, most of us just want a peaceful day sans responsibilities, handmade cards from our littles, and quality time together.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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And for all the effort to read between the lines, to connect the dots between moves and motivations, the truth is the Valkyries have given little away about what comes next.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
14 Apr. 2026
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At the core of quantum computing are quantum bits, or qubits, that can store multiple values simultaneously, unlike binary bits that can only be a 0 or a 1.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
15 May 2026
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The best bits of Body of Work are defined by the ideas that don’t center Skeletrix in the frame, the half-thoughts and thorny passages that breeze past if you aren’t locked in.—
Olivier Lafontant,
Pitchfork,
15 May 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
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While math achievement saw a rebound after the pandemic, reading continued to decline through 2024, with 2025 offering glimmers of a turnaround, the report said.—
Paris Barraza,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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The Melissa is a slightly wider shape for more coverage and balance on longer or wider faces, with a chunky gold hinge that glimmers in the sun.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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With hints of Nashville and LA sprinkled throughout the shop, a KC native just opened a new boutique and embroidery bar in the Northland.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
12 May 2026
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The thread packed with hints served as a playful nod to Taylor Swift's new sourdough obsession and her relationship with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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Of course, modern touches like bedside power ports and espresso machines are also in place.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Geographically, the food is New Nordic, with touches of gooseberry, rye and glittery golden vendace roe from the Baltic Sea.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Ounces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ounces. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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