as in sprinklings
a very small amount
at least you have a splash of common sense—which is more than we can say for your mother
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as in splatters
to wet or soil by striking with something liquid or mushy
the bus splashed us as it barrelled through the puddles
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as in bubbles
to flow in a broken irregular stream
the spilled juice splashed over the counter and onto the floor
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Recent Examples of splashes
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Stanley 12-Ounce Stay-Hot Camp Mug A secure, press-to-fit lid ensures that this mug locks in your drink’s temperature and prevents splashes simultaneously.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
Baltimore made one of the biggest splashes of the offseason by signing five-time All-Star Pete Alonso to anchor its lineup.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 4 Jan. 2026
But everything just tastes and feels good here, from the inviting glow of the dining room, to the splashes of wine suggested by the expert team.
—Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
The space is dark and moody, with splashes of contrasting gold throughout.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2025
Adding splashes of color in an otherwise monochromatic space makes for a more lively room.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
Tips for Using Grow Lights For all lighting fixtures, be careful when watering your indoor plants so splashes don't get on the lights.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
Eyewitnesses report having seen shark splashes in the water shortly before her disappearance.
—Owen Clarke, Outside, 23 Dec. 2025
Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2025
Reed landed multiple Tsunami splashes on Reigns, who was stretchered out of the arena.
—Fernando Quiles Jr, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Coppola splashes the screen with kaleidoscopic clips and a collage-like energy to show off their genius.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
Designed for high-performance durability, the IP65 water-resistant frames are crafted from lightweight TR90 material, ensuring a pressure-free fit that can withstand sweat and splashes.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Stanley 12-Ounce Stay-Hot Camp Mug A secure, press-to-fit lid ensures that this mug locks in your drink’s temperature and prevents splashes simultaneously.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
Baltimore made one of the biggest splashes of the offseason by signing five-time All-Star Pete Alonso to anchor its lineup.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 4 Jan. 2026
But everything just tastes and feels good here, from the inviting glow of the dining room, to the splashes of wine suggested by the expert team.
—Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
The space is dark and moody, with splashes of contrasting gold throughout.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2025
Adding splashes of color in an otherwise monochromatic space makes for a more lively room.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
Tips for Using Grow Lights For all lighting fixtures, be careful when watering your indoor plants so splashes don't get on the lights.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
Eyewitnesses report having seen shark splashes in the water shortly before her disappearance.
—Owen Clarke, Outside, 23 Dec. 2025
Verb
Then Oliver splashes his blameless girlfriend in the face, and the three men flee, chased by a group of enraged barflies.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2025
Reed landed multiple Tsunami splashes on Reigns, who was stretchered out of the arena.
—Fernando Quiles Jr, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Coppola splashes the screen with kaleidoscopic clips and a collage-like energy to show off their genius.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for splashes
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My grandmother’s version typically called just for the addition of generous sprinklings of Lawry’s garlic salt and black pepper—and that’s it.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
5 Dec. 2025
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The warmer temperatures also mean ski areas have been unable to run snowmaking equipment, which sprays mist into the air to create snow in freezing temperatures.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
21 Nov. 2025
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If this is the version of Smith that sprays the ball around to his playmakers and threw four touchdowns against the Jaguars last week, the Raiders can hang.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
5 Nov. 2025
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If that weren’t enough, Kevin’s bully older brother Buzz goes to call 911 and sets off yet another trap that lets loose an active chainsaw that cuts off the arms of his younger brother (played by Bowen Yang) and splatters blood on everyone’s faces.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
21 Dec. 2025
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Another agreed, comparing them to their Spanx AirEssentials set, but saying this one washes better.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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To start with a wedding, then wait ’til later to figure out the details of who washes the dishes and whether the toilet seat stays down, sounds backwards but is certainly better than hostage-taking and war without an achievable end.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
26 Oct. 2025
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Since then, the video clip of ESPN dissing Jokić, who evolved into a seven-time NBA All-Star and an NBA Finals MVP, bubbles up on the internet each NBA season.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
23 Dec. 2025
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In each stage, more of the carbon dioxide bubbles out and can then be compressed for permanent storage in underground formations.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The story follows how this act ripples through the neighborhood, uncovering resilience, faith, and unexpected connections.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Nov. 2025
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Then, imagine those color-changing mountains reflected in the briny water of desert salt flats, a mirage that ripples when local flamingos fly by in twos and threes.—
Laura Dannen Redman,
Robb Report,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Microcalcifications appear as white specks and may indicate cancer in some cases.—
Lindsey Leake,
NBC news,
3 Jan. 2026
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There were also no visible specks of spices.—
Eddie Fontanez,
AZCentral.com,
12 Dec. 2025
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Much like Knives Out, the movie takes a much more lighthearted approach and sprinkles humor throughout.—
Keith Langston,
PEOPLE,
15 Dec. 2025
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The shareable treat features Galactic Brownie ice cream, fudge drizzle, M&Ms candies, and Halloween sprinkles atop a double fudge brownie crust.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Splashes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splashes. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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