as in slices
to penetrate with a sharp edge (as a knife)
I slit my finger open while cleaning up the broken glass
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Recent Examples of slits
Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025
Its large leaves develop holes and slits that have earned it the name Swiss cheese plant.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
Denim skirts also have deep utility slits and reinforced pocket panels for structured comfort.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 8 Oct. 2025
This sweater dress is comfortable, cozy, and effortlessly stylish with details like a collar, side slits, and neutral stripes.
—Carin Ryan, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
The kirigami cuts stretch open during free fall, creating many small slits that allow air to pass through in an orderly way.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2025
Place the parchment circle with the slits in it over the apples.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2025
The hems are finished with seamed details and side slits.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
Monochromatic looks, bombers, utilitarian pockets, jackets that ranged from oversized to peplum to cropped, double layers, skirts, balloon pants, leather laser cuts, fringe, perforated touches, sheer peeks, open backs, high slits and tan legs.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2025
Noun
Using sharp paring knife, cut four 1 1/2-inch long slits in top of dough (think of a clock for slit placement at 12,3,6,9 positions).
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025
Its large leaves develop holes and slits that have earned it the name Swiss cheese plant.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
Denim skirts also have deep utility slits and reinforced pocket panels for structured comfort.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 8 Oct. 2025
This sweater dress is comfortable, cozy, and effortlessly stylish with details like a collar, side slits, and neutral stripes.
—Carin Ryan, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
The kirigami cuts stretch open during free fall, creating many small slits that allow air to pass through in an orderly way.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2025
Place the parchment circle with the slits in it over the apples.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2025
The hems are finished with seamed details and side slits.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
Monochromatic looks, bombers, utilitarian pockets, jackets that ranged from oversized to peplum to cropped, double layers, skirts, balloon pants, leather laser cuts, fringe, perforated touches, sheer peeks, open backs, high slits and tan legs.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slits
Noun
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Her husband and young son joined her onstage in a tender surprise that brought many in the crowd to tears.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
23 Oct. 2025
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What happened in the moments after is a memory that continues to bring tears Chupp's eyes.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Place slices 1 inch apart on prepared cookie sheets.—
Jessica Saari Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Oct. 2025
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Three Sevilla players are offside, but they are quickly played on as the Frenchman charges down the line and swings a cross into Romero, who slices his shot wide.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Micro-incisions to refine angle, direction, and density while supporting faster skin recovery.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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With the female the surgeon is in the abdomen anyway, but wouldn’t the male need two incisions and does that pose more risk or challenges in healing?—
Dr. John De Jong,
Boston Herald,
21 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Mogollon Monster The Mogollon Monster is Arizona's Bigfoot, a legendary creature said to inhabit the Mogollon Rim, a rugged and densely forested area that slashes across the state.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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This sale slashes $450 off the retail price of the HP OmniBook X Flip, a premium 2-in-1 featuring a 16-inch touch display.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Pander fanny pack from Amazon is made with water-resistant nylon and stands up against scratches, promising long-lasting durability.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Even worse, scratches, dents, and imperfections can stand out dramatically.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The seventh-gen Mantra M7 still rips, but it’s finally figured out how to have a little fun, too.—
Marina Knight,
Outside,
17 Oct. 2025
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Continue reading … CRIME MAGNET – Washington Post rips Democratic Socialist's costly bus proposal for New Yorkers.—
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FOXNews.com,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The road cuts straight toward the sky.—
Rowan Jacobsen,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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That sense of coming of age cuts other ways.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
24 Oct. 2025
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