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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
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
The float features layers of Cherry Misty Slush, soft serve, and blue raspberry Misty Slush with star sprinkles.
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Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026
There’s, of course, also hints of early-aughts influence sprinkled in, with low-rise versions of this pant becoming more popular by the day.
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Jennifer Hussein,
InStyle,
20 June 2026
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Noun
Consider using drip irrigation rather than quick, daily overhead sprinkles.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
24 June 2026
The float features layers of Cherry Misty Slush, soft serve, and blue raspberry Misty Slush with star sprinkles.
—
Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
Verb
Allow your banana peels to dry out, then grind them into a powder and sprinkle it around the base of your roses, says Ward.
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Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026
There’s, of course, also hints of early-aughts influence sprinkled in, with low-rise versions of this pant becoming more popular by the day.
—
Jennifer Hussein,
InStyle,
20 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprinkle
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The greatest threats are expected to be damaging wind gusts, heavy rainfall and frequent lightning, though an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out.
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Torrential rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding.
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Chocolate chips are calorie-dense, with roughly 70 calories in a small handful of about one tablespoon, says Young, depending on the brand and variety.
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Combined, the handful of upside surprises is making for a stronger-than-expected domestic box office and a promising foundation for the second half of the year as the industry chases pre-pandemic levels.
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Just be sure to spray in the right places rather than taking a broad strokes approach.
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Follow the label instructions, and do not spray when a plant is flowering.
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Ticket prices for the match on the secondary market were the cheapest of the four games in Kansas City, so there is a good chance that neutrals dotted the crowd, as well.
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The expansive Paradise Village grounds are dotted with old-growth trees and surrounded by plenty of other greenery.
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Top off your banana peel tea with a drizzle of honey or a small amount of another sweetener, if desired.
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Finish with a generous drizzle of sauce, and serve immediately.
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At a red light, he’s gunned down by a couple of guys on a dirtbike.
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That happened a couple more times.
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Reiner would pepper Brooks' ancient man with questions about what Jesus was like.
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During aggressive cross-examination of ATF agents, Haney peppered them with questions about what steps were taken to protect the integrity of the site of the Lachman fire.
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Prosecutors said a boxcutter stained with what appeared to be blood was found in the car, and there were also possible bloodstains found on the steering wheel and exterior door.
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At the site, an Associated Press reporter saw rubble and chunks of concrete stained with blood.
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“Sprinkle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprinkle. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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