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
Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
Plus, the side slits keep the shirt relaxed without looking too boxy on smaller frames.
—Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The skirt, with its front and back slits and pockets, echo the design details found in Beckham's namesake ready-to-wear collection, which similarly blends feminine and utilitarian elements.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
When a single photon is sent through the wall, classical physics assumes that the photon will travel through either of the slits and reach the other side.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
Sleeveless with small side slits and a relaxed fit, this casual option can easily be dressed up with a bit of jewelry or worn around the house.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
The comfy frock is midi-length, features subtle side slits, and is made from a lightweight, stretchy material.
—Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026
Using a sharp knife, cut 2 slits, about 2 inches apart, through fat on edge of each pork chop.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026
To move through tight gaps or slits, the propulsion system can turn the drone completely sideways or at an angle, maintaining this orientation for as long as necessary.
—Etiido Uko
march 30, New Atlas, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
The only telltale signs of the electronics hidden in the temples are a single power button, a four-contact connector, pinhole microphones, and thin speaker grille slits.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
Plus, the side slits keep the shirt relaxed without looking too boxy on smaller frames.
—Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The skirt, with its front and back slits and pockets, echo the design details found in Beckham's namesake ready-to-wear collection, which similarly blends feminine and utilitarian elements.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
When a single photon is sent through the wall, classical physics assumes that the photon will travel through either of the slits and reach the other side.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
Sleeveless with small side slits and a relaxed fit, this casual option can easily be dressed up with a bit of jewelry or worn around the house.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
The comfy frock is midi-length, features subtle side slits, and is made from a lightweight, stretchy material.
—Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026
Using a sharp knife, cut 2 slits, about 2 inches apart, through fat on edge of each pork chop.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026
To move through tight gaps or slits, the propulsion system can turn the drone completely sideways or at an angle, maintaining this orientation for as long as necessary.
—Etiido Uko
march 30, New Atlas, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slits
Noun
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Through your tears, see a brief, shimmering vision of What Might Have Been.—
Ian Frazier,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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My eyes, raw and stinging, now filled with their own salty tears.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
Verb
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The map slices through Kansas City, splitting the city’s voters across three Republican-leaning districts.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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Toast 2–4 slices bread of choice (such as country-style sourdough or multigrain).—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Robby steps in to help with the initial incisions.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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In 2015, divers sent her these photos of smaller shark carcasses on the sea floor with mysterious incisions in them.—
Michael H Gavshon,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Earlier in the film, Kenobi slashes off the arm of a creature who was known then as Walrus Man and is known now as Ponda Baba.—
Mike Ryan,
IndieWire,
4 May 2026
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Xefco claims the process slashes energy use by 90 percent, cuts emissions by up to 94 percent and produces zero wastewater.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Uncle Mo and Forte were late scratches.—
Jerry Brewer,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Skipping this step—and dragging loose, abrasive particles under a wet cloth—could lead to scratches on your floors.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Continue reading … NATION ON EDGE — Stephen A Smith rips 'lip service' on civility after being at WHCA Dinner shooting.—
,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Anderson’s feat is overshadowed by Shaquille O’Neal, who rips down the backboard in the first quarter, delaying the game 45 minutes.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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These systems charge when electricity is cheap and feed power back during peak hours, which cuts reliance on the most expensive generation and keeps prices more stable.—
Tom Von Essen,
New York Daily News,
3 May 2026
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The video then cuts to two Apache helicopters whirling up.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
2 May 2026
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