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as in sprayed
to cover by or as if by scattering something over or on
sprinkle the newly seeded lawn with water
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as in peppered
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
sprinkled the cake with bits of coconut
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Recent Examples of sprinkled
Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 10 Oct. 2025
Sturgeon from the Delaware River were likely fastened to a spit and basted with butter, then sprinkled with flour, nutmeg, mace, salt, sweet herbs, and breadcrumbs before being dressed in a tangy sauce that usually included anchovy, lobster, lemon, horseradish, and white wine.
—Victoria Flexner, The Atlantic, 9 Oct. 2025
There’s a flurry of winter shrubs around the trunks of the trees, sprinkled with starry red berries which occasionally gleam in the light from the cabin.
—Hazlitt, 8 Oct. 2025
Rookie growing pains As expected, Knueppel’s fellow rookies Liam McNeeley and Ryan Kalkbrenner had their share of positive plays sprinkled in with a few that were unforgettable.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 6 Oct. 2025
In 1903 and from 1905 through 1968, baseball’s World Series matched two pennant winners; teams went directly from winning the AL or NL to the championship best-of-seven (with a few best-of-nines sprinkled in).
—Zach Powell, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
Fendi was a collection filled with joy and optimism — bright colors and playful embellishments were sprinkled throughout the runway without losing their meticulous attention to detail and iconic craftsmanship.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Other private jokes were sprinkled throughout the house.
—Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025
The procedure took bone marrow from her hip and sprinkled it on the back of her patella.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
The trail begins across 89A from Manzanita Campground and scrambles through woods sprinkled with oak, walnut, hackberry, and later on, bigtooth maple.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 10 Oct. 2025
Sturgeon from the Delaware River were likely fastened to a spit and basted with butter, then sprinkled with flour, nutmeg, mace, salt, sweet herbs, and breadcrumbs before being dressed in a tangy sauce that usually included anchovy, lobster, lemon, horseradish, and white wine.
—Victoria Flexner, The Atlantic, 9 Oct. 2025
There’s a flurry of winter shrubs around the trunks of the trees, sprinkled with starry red berries which occasionally gleam in the light from the cabin.
—Hazlitt, 8 Oct. 2025
Rookie growing pains As expected, Knueppel’s fellow rookies Liam McNeeley and Ryan Kalkbrenner had their share of positive plays sprinkled in with a few that were unforgettable.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 6 Oct. 2025
In 1903 and from 1905 through 1968, baseball’s World Series matched two pennant winners; teams went directly from winning the AL or NL to the championship best-of-seven (with a few best-of-nines sprinkled in).
—Zach Powell, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
Fendi was a collection filled with joy and optimism — bright colors and playful embellishments were sprinkled throughout the runway without losing their meticulous attention to detail and iconic craftsmanship.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
Other private jokes were sprinkled throughout the house.
—Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025
The procedure took bone marrow from her hip and sprinkled it on the back of her patella.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 28 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprinkled
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The visiting clubhouse attendants lit the same White Barn candles — mahogany teakwood intense — that brought the room back to life last month after the Phillies sprayed champagne and beer to celebrate a division title.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
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When Sanchez advanced after being sprayed, Tole pulled a knife to defend himself, authorities said.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The runway will also be dotted with talent new and old, as veteran models show off their VS chops and new stars, like the WNBA's Angel Reese in a historic first, make guest appearances.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
13 Oct. 2025
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Ashby then dotted another heater down and away at the very edge of the zone that Tucker swung through.—
The Athletic MLB Staff,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Yes, it's all peppered throughout.—
Erin McMullen,
Time,
25 Sep. 2025
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In those early days, Nola’s bath time routine became peppered with questions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Sep. 2025
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Behind Timm was her unassuming garden, flecked with tall grasses and native plants of all sizes – a quiet haven alive with color, movement and purpose.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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Éclairs with glossy chocolate tops, macarons in muted pastels that feel like edible architecture, madeleines flecked with salt or spice.—
Daniel Scheffler,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The nutmeg-colored upholstery and bucket seats were shot.—
Laura Lane,
USA Today,
11 Oct. 2025
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The Guerida line nodding to private estate La Querida and its white façades, emerald green lawns and ocean views offered a more naïve take on the colored theme by mean of hearts and floral motifs juxtaposed in a ring, bracelet and pendant earrings.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Wood floors that have been stained in interesting patterns create a sense of architecture and rhythm, bridge traditional elements with modern ones, and can even help a space feel larger.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Oct. 2025
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If a toilet seat is stained, go ahead and buy a replacement.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Grand Slam winners get a colorful Grand Slam Award sticker.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Oct. 2025
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Hipp evokes an opulent playhouse, with a bold palette, swathes of rich velvet, and plenty of colorful art.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
14 Oct. 2025
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Although there were no photos of Swift arriving at Arrowhead Stadium this time, the NBC Sports cameras spotted her in a suite.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
13 Oct. 2025
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The first-year head coach was spotted hitting the recruiting trail at a high school football game in Maryland on Friday night.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Sprinkled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprinkled. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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