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
Emma Spedding, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2025
The boat neck and side slits mean the top moves with you and doesn't feel restrictive.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
The top has a classic V-stitch on the neckline and a wide hem complete with side slits.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2025
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
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
Noun
Katie Holmes, Selena Gomez, and many fashion editors have also been seen wearing this cult coat, which has softly draped shawl lapels, dropped shoulders and slits at the seams.
—Emma Spedding, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2025
The boat neck and side slits mean the top moves with you and doesn't feel restrictive.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
The top has a classic V-stitch on the neckline and a wide hem complete with side slits.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2025
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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slits
Noun
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Kylie said that her kids’ excitement during this most recent trip has brought her to tears.—
Rachel McRady,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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Her husband and three daughters, standing behind her, wiped tears from their cheeks.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Place slices in a dry skillet over medium heat.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Place slices 1 inch apart on prepared cookie sheets.—
Jessica Saari Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Oct. 2025
Noun
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She's had virtually no pain, only a little bit of swelling and no noticeable scars (the incisions were made in her hairline).—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
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Micro-incisions to refine angle, direction, and density while supporting faster skin recovery.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The results come as Merck slashes $3 billion in costs by the end of 2027, and prepares to offset revenue losses from the upcoming patent expiration of Keytruda in 2028.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
30 Oct. 2025
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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
Noun
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After several flights, the shell is still free of scratches and signs of wear.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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In the Facebook video, Loki happily accepted gentle petting and head scratches.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Nov. 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.—
,
FOXNews.com,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In September, cuts to subsea cables in the Red Sea caused disruptions to Microsoft's Azure cloud service.—
Magdalena Petrova,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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Together with fellow oligarch Gennadiy Bogolyubov, who cuts a comparatively lower profile, Kolomoisky amassed a sizable portfolio.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Slits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slits. Accessed 20 Nov. 2025.
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