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
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
Female cicadas cut slits along the thin twigs at the ends of branches to lay their eggs.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
These pants sit high on the waist, creating a leg-lengthening effect, and the side slits at the hem are perfect for showing off your Cushionaire sandals.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 5 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
Noun
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
Female cicadas cut slits along the thin twigs at the ends of branches to lay their eggs.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
These pants sit high on the waist, creating a leg-lengthening effect, and the side slits at the hem are perfect for showing off your Cushionaire sandals.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 5 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.—
Stephen Hawkins,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
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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.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 June 2026
Verb
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Driven by revenge and madness, Sweeney Todd slices necks he is meant to just shave.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
16 June 2026
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Her foot slices down the side of the ball.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
9 June 2026
Noun
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These systems are widely considered a potential future alternative to some forms of minimally invasive surgery, possibly enabling procedures in hard-to-reach locations without large incisions or bulky surgical instruments.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 June 2026
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The minimally invasive technique uses small needle punctures instead of larger surgical incisions, which can help reduce pain and speed up recovery for patients.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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The process cuts down air pollution and slashes industrial water consumption.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
10 June 2026
Noun
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The two women allegedly pushed each other near a chain link fence in Martinez’s backyard, leading to both of them suffering scratches, the document said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2026
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As if rapping from a speeding time machine, Wiki flows about yellow taxis turning into Uber Eats over an instrumental that cruises from a soft breakbeat into a total breakdown of glitchy scratches courtesy of Lil Ugly Mane.—
Lei Takanashi,
Pitchfork,
16 June 2026
Verb
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The audience never sees the monstrous version of Naim that Ryan is so afraid of, one that rips his skin apart and bruises him, cementing Naim’s position as the story’s narrator.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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Continue reading … GLOVES OFF — Fired '60 Minutes' veteran rips new bosses as incompetent, claims pro-Trump bias.—
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FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Amid rising travel costs, Nguyen prioritizes travel in her budget and cuts expenses elsewhere.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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If the business stabilizes, cuts costs, sells an underperforming division, or improves capital allocation, the stock can re-rate quickly.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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“Slits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slits. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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