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as in sample
a number of things selected from a group to stand for the whole
the novel's multitudinous array of characters constitute a veritable slice of humanity
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as in portion
something belonging to, due to, or contributed by an individual member of a group
there's a pile of money to be made on this land deal, and everybody's trying to get their slice
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as in to slit
to penetrate with a sharp edge (as a knife)
the shard of glass sliced my hand, and I started bleeding profusely
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Recent Examples of slice
The Week Uk, TheWeek, 16 May 2026
Top four of the slices with single layers of tomato and cucumber slices, overlapping slightly to ensure total coverage.
—Midwest Living, 15 May 2026
Martha Stewart, 15 May 2026
Chop sliced steak coarsely to create shorter, even pieces.
—Jed Portman, Midwest Living, 15 May 2026
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Noun
Allow to cool before peeling and cutting into 5mm-thick slices.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 16 May 2026
Top four of the slices with single layers of tomato and cucumber slices, overlapping slightly to ensure total coverage.
—Midwest Living, 15 May 2026
Verb
If using garden cucumbers, peel off the waxy skin and use a spoon to scrape out the seeds before slicing.
—Martha Stewart, 15 May 2026
Chop sliced steak coarsely to create shorter, even pieces.
—Jed Portman, Midwest Living, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slice
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Associated Press Key Facts The outbreak has sickened 246 people and killed 65 so far, according to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, and preliminary lab results have reportedly detected Ebola in 13 of 20 samples tested.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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In the same study, the researchers examined blood samples from healthy human trial participants before and after immunization with BCG.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
15 May 2026
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Specific financial arrangements have not been announced, though a portion of ticket proceeds will benefit a local nonprofit that provides programming for the LGBTQ+ community.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
12 May 2026
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However, the cap would have only covered a small portion of the losses caused by the collapse of the bridge, AG Brown said.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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In one sequence, the robot prepares a 20-step meal that includes chopping tomatoes, cracking eggs with one hand, and coordinating both hands during cooking.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
18 May 2026
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An authentic Philly cheesesteak sandwich, for which the meat is thinly sliced, never chopped!—
Susan Spencer,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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Nicholson repeatedly stabbed her and slit her throat before stuffing her into a large plastic bin with her arms and legs sticking out, Porter said.—
City News Service,
Oc Register,
21 Mar. 2026
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If it’s baked in a loaf pan, go ahead and slit the top of the batter before baking.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 Mar. 2026
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But McKay’s office reviews every police report that includes the use of force and a sampling of shows of force — for instance, drawing but not firing a weapon.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
11 May 2026
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Pastry lessons, olive-oil sampling, and wine tastings are on offer, along with a screening room, a spa, and a pool.—
Kelley Manley,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
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But the billionaires’ tax cuts remain.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 May 2026
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The budget proposal also still includes dozens of layoffs, elimination of the Office of Child and Youth Success and cuts to homeless services, zoning investigators and facilities maintenance.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The former couple share Zahra and daughter Lola Simon, 23.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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For example, TikTokers share stacked water recipes that often involve collagen powder, creatine powder, coconut water, homemade fruit juices, and electrolyte packets.—
Julia Landwehr,
Health,
18 May 2026
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Diaz’s face was split open by the end of the second round, the canvas looked like a crime scene and Perry stormed around the cage afterward, demanding a fight with Paul while fans stood on chairs trying to film the madness below them.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
17 May 2026
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There’s a whole-house generator, central AC/heat, and mini-splits to keep things feeling comfortable no matter the weather.—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
17 May 2026
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“Slice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slice. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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