sprinkle 1 of 2

noun

Definition of sprinklenext
1
as in rainfall
a light or fine rain decided it was not worth carrying an umbrella for just a sprinkle

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2
as in handful
a small number received only a sprinkle of suggestions for the name of the school mascot

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sprinkle

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verb

ˈspriŋ-kəl How to pronounce sprinkle (audio)
1
as in to spray
to cover by or as if by scattering something over or on sprinkle the newly seeded lawn with water

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2
as in to dot
to mark with small spots especially unevenly sprinkled the cake with bits of coconut

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Recent Examples of sprinkle
Noun
Strain over fresh ice into a rocks glass, and garnish with a sprinkle of pink salt and/or a small pink or purple edible flower. — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 18 July 2026 After frying, each churro is filled and topped with sauces, creams and colorful details like sprinkles. — Sarah Moreno updated July 18, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
Verb
In her Tinker Bell costume, Ashley seems as thirsty for a peach as Shamea is, reveling in the opportunity to tell her side of the story but obviously sprinkling her own fairy dust of exaggeration into the narrative. — Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 27 July 2026 If the interior contains an odor, sprinkle baking soda liberally, let sit for a few hours, then vacuum it out. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sprinkle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprinkle
  1. rainfall
  2. handful
  3. spray
  4. dot
  5. drizzle
  6. couple
  7. pepper
  8. stain
Noun
  • That increase has already led to more sunny day flooding, intensified rainfalls and hurricanes, reflected in higher and higher insurance premiums.
    — Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • Last winter was England’s eighth wettest on record, with rainfall 42% higher than the long-term average for the season.
    — Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
Definition of rainfall
Noun
  • While only a handful appear each hour before the shower reaches maximum activity, early Perseids are known for producing vivid green fireballs and long-lasting glowing trails.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
  • Using a handful of spins, the researchers implement a small error-correction code.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 29 July 2026
Definition of handful
Verb
  • As officers worked to disperse traffic, prosecutors allege Stacer sprayed the officers' vehicle with a fire extinguisher.
    — Joseph Buczek, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Despite his manic efforts to smash and spray them out of existence, the ever-multiplying cockroaches eventually overwhelm him.
    — Asim Ali, Time, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of spray
Verb
  • The white sand beach, dotted with blue-and-white striped cabanas (in the center part of the bay), stretches for a generous eight kilometers.
    — Catherine Sabino, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • The backstory There are countless historic military forts dotting the islands of Casco Bay, but Fort Scammel on House Island is the only one to have ever seen combat.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
Definition of dot
Noun
  • Higher humidity, cooler temperatures and some drizzle raised hopes that Thursday could be a decisive step on the way to vanquishing the fire.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 30 July 2026
  • Sweet cornbread lovers can add a drizzle of honey over the top of the warm bread.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 30 July 2026
Definition of drizzle
Noun
  • The couple seeks out new additions from antique dealers, private sellers and auctions.
    — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Then in August 2021, Hurricane Ida hit New Orleans, so the couple brought Family Meal back at a time when many were not just without food, but water and electricity.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of couple
Verb
  • The typical guests were generally older couples, average age somewhere around 55-65, peppered here and there with larger groups of friends or families.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
  • Usually, that meant simply shaking salt and pepper over the tomato slices.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 July 2026
Definition of pepper
Verb
  • The bronze is reportedly stained lipstick-pink from fans kissing it.
    — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Ceiling tiles were stained and chipped throughout the main cook line in the restaurant located inside the kid-friendly entertainment center.
    — Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026
Definition of stain

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