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as in specks
a very small amount
there's just a streak of stubbornness in that child
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Recent Examples of streaks
Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 5 Mar. 2026
The Perseids Considered one of the most prolific showers of the year, the Perseid meteor shower produces rich, bright streaks.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026
Even his shorter streaks point to consistency.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 3 Mar. 2026
There are great, individual streaks that go over the century mark.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2026
Both Trojans basketball teams enter the postseason with concerning losing streaks in tow.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 2 Mar. 2026
One of those streaks will end on Oscar night.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 2 Mar. 2026
Mir converted a 90th-minute penalty kick to secure a point for Elche in a result that extended both teams' winless streaks.
—ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026
Those all-weather shoes were paired with an array of trenches, from ones with dramatic ruffled collars to some with sparkly fringe, like streaks of rain.
—Violet Goldstone, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
Zoe Collins Rath, Austin American Statesman, 30 Nov. 2025
The formula is also waterproof, so those unpredictable winter flurries won’t cause any unsightly streaks down your cheeks.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 12 Nov. 2025
Noun
The conclusion was that between 10% and 30% of the main LSST fields would contain streaks.
—Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 5 Mar. 2026
The Perseids Considered one of the most prolific showers of the year, the Perseid meteor shower produces rich, bright streaks.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026
Even his shorter streaks point to consistency.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 3 Mar. 2026
There are great, individual streaks that go over the century mark.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2026
Both Trojans basketball teams enter the postseason with concerning losing streaks in tow.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 2 Mar. 2026
One of those streaks will end on Oscar night.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 2 Mar. 2026
Mir converted a 90th-minute penalty kick to secure a point for Elche in a result that extended both teams' winless streaks.
—ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026
Those all-weather shoes were paired with an array of trenches, from ones with dramatic ruffled collars to some with sparkly fringe, like streaks of rain.
—Violet Goldstone, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
Verb
Penn streaks up the court and sinks both free throws after Lee fouls the shooter.
—Zoe Collins Rath, Austin American Statesman, 30 Nov. 2025
The formula is also waterproof, so those unpredictable winter flurries won’t cause any unsightly streaks down your cheeks.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 12 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for streaks
Noun
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The gray, white, and blue stripes, accented with an intermittent chevron pattern, add interest, while moderate distressing helps disguise everyday wear and tear.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
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In recent years gray wolf reintroduction and a petition (and subsequent ballot measure that didn’t pass) to ban big cat hunting in the state have divided conservationists of different stripes.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
5 Mar. 2026
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Subjects are often, to the naked eye, tiny specks of light surrounded by darkness.—
Tantse Walter,
Space.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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Tiny beads of blood had seeped out and dried into tiny specks.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Feb. 2026
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It’s built for extremes with IP68 waterproofing and 5x saltwater resistance, ensuring sea splashes or sweat won't stop its 50W of powerful audio.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
5 Mar. 2026
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Lightweight cottons and linens feel airy and relaxed, while washable blends are practical in a space consistently exposed to cooking splatter, splashes, and humidity.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
27 Feb. 2026
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The audience gets glimmers of Katie and Greg’s relationship, but the show is bogged down by dull characters like the policeman who seems to have it out for Greg, and even by its focus on Archie’s point of view, which is just a depiction of narcissism and a formulaic pseudo-midlife crisis.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
5 Mar. 2026
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The sun and light glimmers and shines off this material and the entire interior looks, and feels, slick like a black lacquer has been applied throughout.—
Joel Feder,
The Drive,
5 Mar. 2026
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My grandmother’s version typically called just for the addition of generous sprinklings of Lawry’s garlic salt and black pepper—and that’s it.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
5 Dec. 2025
Noun
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They have not been subjected to retaliation, but there have been a lot of hints of it.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Mar. 2026
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The 20-year-old’s versatility evokes hints of Kadarius Toney and Percy Havin.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2026
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Strong adults will let the littles (who really should not be skiing with their own poles yet in most cases) grab their pole.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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There are a host of other things available to entertain your littles, tweens, and teens around town, including The Butterfly Conservatory, Eco-Discovery Center, Shipwreck Museum, and Truman Waterfront Park’s splash pad.—
Ronny Maye,
Essence,
1 Feb. 2026
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Amid the infinity pools and sleek van transfers, careful touches of Bohol culture abound at South Palms Resort & Spa Panglao, from bold, handcrafted textiles and reclaimed wood in the rooms to classic Filipino dishes and heritage ingredients, which brighten the food and beverage options.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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The earlier that rhythm can be established via ball movement and touches, the better the Timberwolves’ offense finds its flow and functions with production from all cogs.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Streaks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streaks. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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