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as in rainfall
a light or fine rain
decided it was not worth carrying an umbrella for just a sprinkle
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as in handful
a small number
received only a sprinkle of suggestions for the name of the school mascot
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Recent Examples of sprinkle
Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Use only a light sprinkle of dry seeds; consuming too many can cause choking or intestinal blockages.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 27 Apr. 2026
Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
Add these to a cheese spread, sprinkle over a salad, or simply snack on them by the handful.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026
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Noun
This 2-gallon watering can pulls double duty with a removable stainless steel shower head that switches between a gentle sprinkle for delicate plants and a steady stream for thirstier ones.
—Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Use only a light sprinkle of dry seeds; consuming too many can cause choking or intestinal blockages.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
Transfer to prepared skillet or baking dish; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
Add these to a cheese spread, sprinkle over a salad, or simply snack on them by the handful.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprinkle
Noun
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The forecast rainfall chances in South Florida over the next seven days.—
Lissette Gonzalez,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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The animation is the 24 hour rainfall estimates from WPC.—
Miami Herald Staff Report,
Miami Herald,
3 May 2026
Noun
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Osvaldo displayed a handful of shiny quarters.—
Chang-rae Lee,
New Yorker,
3 May 2026
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The Blue Demons are set to return Layden Blocker and Kruz McClure, while adding center Magoon Gwath from San Diego State and a handful of mid-major guards after losing leading duo CJ Gunn and NJ Benson.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
2 May 2026
Verb
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Two nights earlier in Pittsburgh, in a game to decide the AFC North, the Ravens had appeared headed for the playoffs thanks to Jackson’s late heroics before rookie Tyler Loop sprayed a 44-yard field goal attempt on the final play.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Durnell regularly sprayed the weed killer throughout his neighborhood.—
Carrie Johnson,
NPR,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Small outposts consisting of just a few trailer homes and surrounded by security fences dot most hilltops.—
Molly Hunter,
NBC news,
2 May 2026
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Traci Park won the Los Angeles City Council’s 11th District seat in 2022 on a promise to clean up the rising number of homeless encampments dotting the affluent Westside district.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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The addition of the granola, coconut shavings and honey drizzle is what truly takes this to the next level.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
1 May 2026
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Light drizzle and maybe even some light snow is expected on Saturday morning into the afternoon.—
Ron Smiley,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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The couple reportedly have a home in New York City, where the party could be held.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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Bradford advises packing one blanket per family member, along with a couple of extras.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
1 May 2026
Verb
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The America First Legal advocacy organization, which peppered corporate America with discrimination complaints, has used that footage in complaints.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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With this opening, Bad Bakers has six locations peppered across the region, in Sacramento, Folsom, Roseville, Elk Grove and now West Sacramento.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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On TikTok, short videos often show people traveling to Turkey to fix their uneven or stained teeth and transform their smiles.—
K.H. Koehler,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Customize it by painting the wood a fun color or staining it for a rustic look.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Sprinkle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprinkle. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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