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
Kenedee Fowler,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
The pockets are always appreciated, while the side slits add movement and breathability on warm days.
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Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
The cap-sleeve tee has pintucked pleats across the chest, side slits, and a subtly relaxed fit.
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Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
The pair of breezy pants feature a tie at the waist and thigh-high slits on either side of her legs, creating the illusion of a wrap skirt.
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Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
The original creator opted to piece her garland together by cutting identical slits in the bottom and top of each strip, then sliding them together to create a chain.
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Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2026
Featuring a billowing tank with deep side slits and matching straight-leg pants, this is the perfect set to pack for your summer vacation.
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Morgan Evans,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
Crafted from 100% silk, the piece drapes with fluidity, while the dramatic arm slits create movement in a way that feels almost costume-like, set for a movie.
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Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Cut several small slits in top crust.
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Leah Eskin,
Midwest Living,
15 May 2026
Noun
This adorable colorblock set looks like a flowy mini dress from the front, but side slits just below the waistline let the shorts peek through.
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Kenedee Fowler,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
The pockets are always appreciated, while the side slits add movement and breathability on warm days.
—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
The cap-sleeve tee has pintucked pleats across the chest, side slits, and a subtly relaxed fit.
—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
The pair of breezy pants feature a tie at the waist and thigh-high slits on either side of her legs, creating the illusion of a wrap skirt.
—
Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
The original creator opted to piece her garland together by cutting identical slits in the bottom and top of each strip, then sliding them together to create a chain.
—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2026
Featuring a billowing tank with deep side slits and matching straight-leg pants, this is the perfect set to pack for your summer vacation.
—
Morgan Evans,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
Crafted from 100% silk, the piece drapes with fluidity, while the dramatic arm slits create movement in a way that feels almost costume-like, set for a movie.
—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Cut several small slits in top crust.
—
Leah Eskin,
Midwest Living,
15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slits
Noun
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Lionel Messi was overcome with emotion after scoring his first goal against Algeria and said after that match his tears came following some tough days not related to soccer.
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Lionel Messi was overcome with emotion after scoring his first goal against Algeria, and said after that match his tears came following some tough days not related to soccer.
Verb
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Driven by revenge and madness, Sweeney Todd slices necks he is meant to just shave.
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Her foot slices down the side of the ball.
Noun
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This may support recovery in some cases because of the smaller incisions.
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Unlike procedures on the body where tissue is more forgiving, incisions are more accessible, and the architecture is less intricate, the nose is a complex, multilayered structure of skin, cartilage, and bone packed into a very small space.
Verb
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This comes as the company reportedly slashes product prices and prepares for a potential IPO, amid accusations from Florida's AG regarding unsafe product releases.
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The process cuts down air pollution and slashes industrial water consumption.
Noun
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The neoprene construction is soft to the touch, but cushioned enough to protect glasses from scratches and bumps.
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Schwarber and Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams were late scratches; Schwarber with low back tightness and Abrams with left side tightness.
Verb
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Bell rips Bargatze for attending the UFC Freedom 250 fights at Donald Trump‘s White House earlier this month.
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Louis rips his spine out, dislocates his jaw, and reads Claudia’s diary entries about how she was repeatedly assaulted by him.
Verb
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For example, a recent study found that remote workers coming to the office one day a month increases productivity by 8% and cuts attrition by a third while boosting job satisfaction and improving communication.
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Costa to the rescue once again in the 67th minute as Jhon Arias cuts inside from the right and plays it back wide to Santiago Arias.
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“Slits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slits. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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