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as in handful
a small number
a sprinkling of fans showed up at the airport
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2
as in splash
a very small amount
just a sprinkling of experience with the computer program
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as in spraying
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 dotting
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
sprinkled the cake with bits of coconut
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Recent Examples of sprinkling
Michael Rechtshaffen, HollywoodReporter, 15 Sep. 2025
Brushed with mayonnaise, the cobs develop a rich and smoky flavor from the grill while a sprinkling of cotija cheese adds a touch of tanginess.
—Saveur Editors, Saveur, 4 Sep. 2025
Essence, 2 Sep. 2025
Reap the blood pressure-lowering benefits of chia seeds by adding them to smoothies, soups, jams, or stews, or by sprinkling them on salads, bowls, cereal, and yogurt.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 27 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Directed by genre-hopping Ben Wheatley and written by John Wick creator Derek Kolstad from a story hatched by Kolstad and Odenkirk, the subversive Western is a take-no-prisoners gore fest that peppers all the visceral carnage with an equal sprinkling of dry wit.
—Michael Rechtshaffen, HollywoodReporter, 15 Sep. 2025
Brushed with mayonnaise, the cobs develop a rich and smoky flavor from the grill while a sprinkling of cotija cheese adds a touch of tanginess.
—Saveur Editors, Saveur, 4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
This dreamy look feels like sprinkling a little magic dust over your nails.
—Essence, 2 Sep. 2025
Reap the blood pressure-lowering benefits of chia seeds by adding them to smoothies, soups, jams, or stews, or by sprinkling them on salads, bowls, cereal, and yogurt.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprinkling
Noun
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But there were a handful of plays that really showed the breadth of his ability and his growth as a quarterback.—
Nicki Jhabvala,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Taking Over America The first target is America, and everyone in MotoGP talks about the importance of breaking through stateside, where the sport is followed by a handful of extremely passionate fans, but not on the radar of anyone else.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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From a bleak job hunt upon her arrival in 2016 to undergoing treatment for her second bout with breast cancer during the uncertainty and fear of COVID, Davis recalls her journey through raw vulnerability and splashes of humor.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Oct. 2025
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While the $20 endless shrimp deal made quite a splash with customers, the company suffered millions in operating losses.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Bond has helped them with yard work, trimming bushes and spraying for insects.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Breaking Bad actor Raymond Cruz will not be prosecuted following his recent arrest for allegedly spraying someone with a hose while washing his car at home in Los Angeles.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Tweens and teens not angling for a spin around the ice skating rink can hit The Hawk’s Nest, a new club with arcade games, a light-up dance floor, and non-alcoholic beverages, while the adults pick between the many bars, restaurants, and fire pits dotting the village.—
Grace Bastidas,
Parents,
29 Sep. 2025
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Bare patches dotting an otherwise green lawn can be frustrating.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Spirit Halloween's fantastic costume sets can work for couples or groups of up to four.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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The mistake tortures them, which prompts the couple to try and solve the mystery by producing a fake play in an attempt to get their ex-neighbor Mary (Chloe Cherry) to audition.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Yet, on arguably the country’s biggest sporting day, the then-19-year-old showed no glimmer of nerves.—
Sam Dalling,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Red-hot cattle futures cooled off a bit last month, offering a glimmer of hope for Texas Roadhouse .—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In the chastening 5-1 loss against Chelsea, Enzo Maresca’s side realised peppering Hermansen with crosses was a worthwhile exercise.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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The host Colombia was peppering the Bolivia goalkeeper Carlos Lampe with shots on goal from early on.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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It’s made with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and vitamin E, and it can even be paired with your favorite lip balm or gloss — without staining the applicator — for an extra boost of moisture.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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As a natural stone, quartzite should be sealed to prevent staining.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Sprinkling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprinkling. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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