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to mark with small spots especially unevenly
sprinkled the cake with bits of coconut
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Recent Examples of sprinkled
Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Its Caffe Nico is a latte with orange juice and orange peels reduced into a syrup, then sprinkled with cinnamon.
—Jenna Thompson
june 10, Kansas City Star, 10 June 2026
Seeds are sprinkled onto a two-inch-deep layer of sand laid out on a plastic tarp, which forces the sod’s root system to grow sideways instead of down.
—Hana Kiros, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
Beside Grant, who is bound for the Portland Cascade, there will be 12 other former Bruins sprinkled among the league’s six rosters.
—Mirjam Swanson, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Explore delightfully empty beaches tucked in between craggy cliffs, dine on delicious octopus dishes in restaurants sprinkled across the island, and enjoy quiet evenings sipping local wine while watching the sun dip into the azure waters.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
Local soccer fans, however, will find an Orlando City SC flavor sprinkled among the field of 48.
—Scott Turick, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 June 2026
They can also be folded into batters for cookies, baked oatmeal, or quick breads like banana bread—or, for a pretty garnish, sprinkled on top just before baking.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 31 May 2026
It is often used as a finishing salt, meaning it’s sprinkled before serving over steaks, desserts, or even salads.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
Verb
Cubes of French bread are drizzled with butter, generously sprinkled with Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, and soaked with a luscious custard.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Its Caffe Nico is a latte with orange juice and orange peels reduced into a syrup, then sprinkled with cinnamon.
—Jenna Thompson
june 10, Kansas City Star, 10 June 2026
Seeds are sprinkled onto a two-inch-deep layer of sand laid out on a plastic tarp, which forces the sod’s root system to grow sideways instead of down.
—Hana Kiros, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
Beside Grant, who is bound for the Portland Cascade, there will be 12 other former Bruins sprinkled among the league’s six rosters.
—Mirjam Swanson, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Explore delightfully empty beaches tucked in between craggy cliffs, dine on delicious octopus dishes in restaurants sprinkled across the island, and enjoy quiet evenings sipping local wine while watching the sun dip into the azure waters.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
Local soccer fans, however, will find an Orlando City SC flavor sprinkled among the field of 48.
—Scott Turick, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 June 2026
They can also be folded into batters for cookies, baked oatmeal, or quick breads like banana bread—or, for a pretty garnish, sprinkled on top just before baking.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 31 May 2026
It is often used as a finishing salt, meaning it’s sprinkled before serving over steaks, desserts, or even salads.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprinkled
Adjective
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Mercury’s clash with Neptune begs you to hold off on signing on the dotted line.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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It’s liberally dotted with the designer’s personal collection of art and antiques, but still manages to feel pared-back—as if a Scandinavian fairy came down and waved all the potential clutter away.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Verb
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The Haitian players danced on the field after the game and sprayed each other with water bottles.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
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Suddenly, with room to breathe, Potapova sprinted through the tiebreak, winning 7 of 8 points, as Gauff sprayed errors every which way.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
30 May 2026
Verb
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If anything, the story during the semiquincentennial casts George as more of a whole person than the tyrant depicted in the ad hominem complaints peppered throughout the Declaration of Independence.—
Laurie Kellman,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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For the next few years Q’s tunes peppered the national airwaves, but prices remained cheap.—
Jonathan Rowe,
SPIN,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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The telegram’s design is joyful and vivid, featuring illustrations of tiny hands tossing multi-colored hats and flowers into the air in a gesture of congratulation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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The throwback elements of Rush’s show – the zigzagging colored lasers, the bursts of pyro that momentarily stunned with their booms, the gratification of watching musicians so focused on their music that running around the stage was not an option – reminded of a simpler era of concert-going.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Occasional white patches flecked the landscape, alkali deposits where even prairie grass and scrub cottonwood refused to grow.—
Eric Moskowitz,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
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Dishes of shepherd’s pie blanketed in smooth, buttery mashed potatoes flecked with cheddar cheese.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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Sprouting from its Inlet Parking Lot, the historic Boardwalk features a lively mix of colorful shops, enticing restaurants, arcades and more.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Plants with colorful or fragrant blooms attract insects for pollination, and are less likely to affect allergies.—
Alexandra Jones,
The Spruce,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Not every paramilitary fighter is stained by the corruption of the Shia elite or implicated in spilling innocent blood in recent years.—
Nabil Salih,
Time,
26 May 2026
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Nobody can resist a saucy, savory sloppy joe, but you're bound to leave a sloppy joe meal with at least one article of clothing stained.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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The speckled omnivores can weigh upwards of 10 pounds, largely thanks to a diet that regularly includes eggs, small animals, fruits, and vegetables.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
3 June 2026
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Toad Lily Toad lily (Tricyrtis hirta) is another standout choice for the shady spots in your garden, with purple and white speckled blooms that are sure to catch eyes in late summer and fall.—
Nishaa Sharma,
The Spruce,
27 May 2026
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“Sprinkled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprinkled. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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