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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
Sara Hoffman, Verywell Health, 31 Dec. 2025
Classmate Kamryn McElvain completed the scoring in the first minute of the second half during the onset of sprinkles that persisted the rest of the way.
—Glae Thien, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 24 Jan. 2026
Or more like an Aromatisse sprinkling the scent of perfume around?
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 23 Jan. 2026
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Noun
This effect means that cinnamon supplements can enhance the glucose-lowering effect of prescription medications, such as sulfonylureas or insulin, especially when taken in concentrated form rather than as a sprinkle of the spice.
—Sara Hoffman, Verywell Health, 31 Dec. 2025
Classmate Kamryn McElvain completed the scoring in the first minute of the second half during the onset of sprinkles that persisted the rest of the way.
—Glae Thien, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
Verb
The beachfront Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences is sprinkled with vibrant gardens, sparkling pools, and accommodations ranging from cozy rooms to spacious villas.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 24 Jan. 2026
Or more like an Aromatisse sprinkling the scent of perfume around?
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 23 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprinkle
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After heavy rainfall, water is collected in a rain garden and slowly absorbed back into the soil, nourishing any native flowers and greenery planted around it in the process.—
Nishaa Sharma,
The Spruce,
26 Jan. 2026
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Monday's situation at the airport was much calmer, despite below-freezing temperatures that caused the weekend's rainfall to turn back into ice.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
26 Jan. 2026
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The situation currently is that only a handful of states have enacted new laws regarding AI and mental health, but most states have not yet done so.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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Over the next five years there are a handful of obvious first-ballot Hall of Famers who should cruise right into Cooperstown.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
25 Jan. 2026
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Tear gas canisters don’t spray liquid but emit smoke-like particles of a chemical compound intended to cause disorientation, sensory irritation and pain.—
Graham Hurley,
CNN Money,
20 Jan. 2026
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To buff your stainless steel, use a mixture of water and a few drops of vinegar sprayed onto your microfiber cloth.—
Asia London Palomba,
The Spruce,
20 Jan. 2026
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Cooper Flagg jerseys dotted the arena.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
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Kenneth Cole Classic Wool Walker Coat The three-button closure dotting the collar of this Kenneth Cole coat is unique yet totally timeless.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
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Despite the midweek drizzle, the dining room was busy, with attentive service and fast-moving food.—
Angela Lian,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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People braved a cool drizzle to gather at Kansas City’s Ilus Davis Park outside City Hall Thursday evening to remember Good.—
Kendrick Calfee
January 10,
Kansas City Star,
10 Jan. 2026
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The couple used it to convert three storefronts in the historically Black and Latinx neighborhood of Arlington Heights, Los Angeles into a free cultural center.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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The community of Ladera Ranch rallied around the couple — more than 100,000 pink and blue ribbons were wrapped around trees and light poles throughout South Orange County.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
24 Jan. 2026
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While boiling some rigatoni on the stovetop, simply toss whole cherry tomatoes, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a casserole dish and place two pucks of Boursin’s garlic-and-herb blend in the center.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
20 Jan. 2026
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The Hirons spent most of Christmas Eve peppering the area around 119th and Mission Road with signs.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
17 Jan. 2026
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This will keep the color from staining your hands and is a fun, sensory activity for your kids.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
20 Jan. 2026
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Opt for a material that’s white washed or stained for a farmhouse look.—
Rachel Fletcher,
Architectural Digest,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Sprinkle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprinkle. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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