as in glimmer
a very small amount
there is not a scintilla of evidence for your outrageous claims
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Recent Examples of scintilla
One scintilla of fentanyl coming across any border is unacceptable on any level.
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NBC News, 9 Mar. 2025
There is a scintilla of potential intrigue in this revelation, and there’s a version of this narrative that sets him up as a politically interesting threat to Isla & Co.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2025
Where that film salvaged a scintilla of monochrome romance from the dreariness of the gig economy, this one is every bit as determined to sap the joy out of making good money at someone else’s expense.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 19 Feb. 2025
Just a scintilla of resignation that no-Butler makes a Celtics series look grim.
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2024
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NBC News, 9 Mar. 2025
There is a scintilla of potential intrigue in this revelation, and there’s a version of this narrative that sets him up as a politically interesting threat to Isla & Co.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2025
Where that film salvaged a scintilla of monochrome romance from the dreariness of the gig economy, this one is every bit as determined to sap the joy out of making good money at someone else’s expense.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 19 Feb. 2025
Just a scintilla of resignation that no-Butler makes a Celtics series look grim.
—Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scintilla
Noun
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But those first glimmers, scientists now say, were likely misleading.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
8 Dec. 2025
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By contrast, in some parts of the South and West, where home construction has picked up in some markets, there are glimmers of hope, Gailey said, pointing to stronger tax incentives and looser permitting requirements as policies that could boost construction.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
8 Dec. 2025
Noun
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In a shred of good news for those who hate the frigid weather, this cold blast could be relatively short-lived.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
10 Dec. 2025
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Even as the ground seems to shake underneath Maia’s feet, Lorene Scafaria’s directing picks up every shred of tension with laser precision.—
Caroline Framke,
Vulture,
8 Dec. 2025
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani appeared to drop a major hint about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding details on June 15.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
16 June 2026
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Onions add flavor, dimension, and a nice hint of acid.—
Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
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The machine-like efficiency is terrifying, right up until a single speck of dirt falls into the gears.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
11 June 2026
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This looks like tiny black or reddish-brown specks that resemble coffee grounds.—
Emily Hayes,
Martha Stewart,
9 June 2026
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Across five selling floors, there’s a sprinkling of interactive displays — from giant funhouse-type mirrors and gummy ball machines to a floating piano playing festive tunes and horns whispering gift ideas in your ear.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
18 Nov. 2025
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The audio is easy to hear and still feels distinctly literary, with just the right sprinkling of cinematic sound effects.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 Nov. 2025
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This ruling is a big splash as NASCAR and plaintiff teams 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports gear up for trial in Charlotte to punctuate a lawsuit in which 23XI and FRM assert that NASCAR is a monopoly.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
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The Indianapolis Colts made a huge splash on the 2025 NFL trade deadline, acquiring two-time All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner from the New York Jets.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Magnitude’s trainer Steve Asmussen bit through his disappointment to observe in a most sporting manner that Sovereignty’s talent was generational.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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When Democrats argue, oh, actually statistically, crime is a little bit down since 2023.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 Aug. 2025
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These bags offer warmth, safety, and peace of mind for parents who want to bring their littles on all of their camping trips.—
Joe Jackson,
Outside,
18 Nov. 2025
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Superficial commentary masquerading as review does little to advance an honest debate about how the United States should navigate a dangerous world.—
David Wingrave,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Scintilla.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scintilla. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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