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
Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 5 Nov. 2025
But just like those old Higdon’s the new model splashes and bobs aggressively.
—Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 29 Oct. 2025
Although Fforme hasn’t previously toyed with color, Howie appeared to gradually incorporate some splashes of blues and greens among Fforme’s stock black and white designs.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
Rih’s dalliance with pink travels across the color’s spectrum, from candy tones, to muted neutrals, and splashes of neon, from pajamas to bump-baring hoodies, and jaw-dropping vintage.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025
Designed by Hot Lab, the interiors are a study in contrast, with marble and precious stones playing against soft fabrics and neutral tones juxtaposed with bold splashes of color and pop art.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, the rugged, waterproof build handles poolside splashes without drama.
—PC Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
The designer says limiting the splashes of red within your space still has the power to transform and energize without overwhelming.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2025
Those bright white tees seem to be absolute stain magnets attracting coffee drips, spaghetti sauce spots, and salad dressing splashes.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 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
The trade deadline came and went for the Detroit Lions, and for a team that isn’t known for making in-season splashes, this was par for the course.
—Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 5 Nov. 2025
But just like those old Higdon’s the new model splashes and bobs aggressively.
—Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 29 Oct. 2025
Although Fforme hasn’t previously toyed with color, Howie appeared to gradually incorporate some splashes of blues and greens among Fforme’s stock black and white designs.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
Rih’s dalliance with pink travels across the color’s spectrum, from candy tones, to muted neutrals, and splashes of neon, from pajamas to bump-baring hoodies, and jaw-dropping vintage.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025
Designed by Hot Lab, the interiors are a study in contrast, with marble and precious stones playing against soft fabrics and neutral tones juxtaposed with bold splashes of color and pop art.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, the rugged, waterproof build handles poolside splashes without drama.
—PC Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
The designer says limiting the splashes of red within your space still has the power to transform and energize without overwhelming.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2025
Those bright white tees seem to be absolute stain magnets attracting coffee drips, spaghetti sauce spots, and salad dressing splashes.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 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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In a viral TikTok video shared on Saturday under the username @personalityhire__, the poster’s cat, Paya, can be seen sitting quietly in the bathtub, opening his mouth to drink as his owner sprays him with the shower head right in the face.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
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Fittingly, these finals get a full seven-game layout, and the team to earn four wins lifts the trophy (then sprays the trophy with sparkling wine).—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 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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There’s broad agreement that market bubbles form when there’s a rapid increase in asset or stock prices, investors pile in and there’s an eventual disconnect between valuations and fundamentals.—
Tasmin Lockwood,Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
29 Oct. 2025
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Thanks to its location on the banks of the French Broad River and Spring Creek, Hot Springs (the town) has its own natural hot spring that bubbles with mineral water from deep in the earth—and visitors are invited to take a soak in the healing pools!—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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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
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These black specks show up each autumn, congregating on my screens and windowsill, and complicating my desire to open the window on a pleasant day.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
4 Nov. 2025
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The vacuum is dedicated to getting even the tiniest specks of dirt, circling back two or three times until the area is spotless.—
Terri Williams,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 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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The show also sprinkles in factoids about Daniel’s military past, his upbringing in Italy and his fractured family dynamic.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
24 Sep. 2025
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On a crisp fall day, sun bathes the stones in light and a cat — one of a handful that roam the property — hops leisurely upon one.—
Madeline Heim,
jsonline.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Cha See’s lighting design bathes the set in the warm golden hue of the past and costume designer Qween Jean and hair and wig designer Nikiya Mathis team up to bring the ‘70s back in full living color with bold prints, bouffants, and miniskirts.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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The lid distributes the heat evenly while collecting steam that drips back onto the turkey for a flavorful, juicy finish.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
5 Nov. 2025
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Models hit the runway showcasing the luxury brand’s signature sinuous designs, including the Chandelier style which drips with crystals.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Splashes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splashes. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.
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