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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
Adrian Van Hauwermeiren, CNBC, 3 June 2026
To be fair, two of those six-game losing streaks were part of double-digit skids that season (13 games and 11 games).
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 1 June 2026
Part of the ace’s job is to stop losing streaks, even tiny ones, in their tracks.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
Strong sunlight can cause the water to evaporate quickly and leave streaks and may cause the soap to bake onto the car’s paint.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
The Cubs start another one of those streaks pretty much every week.
—Jayson Stark, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Do not overmix; some streaks of flour are fine.
—Kate Bradshaw, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
This marks the first time in the modern era (since 1901) that the franchise has recorded both streaks before June 1.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
The Cubs are just the second team in major league history to have two 10-game winning streaks and one 10-game losing streak in the same season, joining the 2017 Los Angeles Dodgers, according to Elias Sports Bureau.
—ABC News, 26 May 2026
Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
The black-and-white security video shows a figure approaching a runway and starting to cross it, seemingly at walking pace, when the aircraft streaks into view.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 10 May 2026
Up ahead, 22-year-old Frenchman Paul Magnier streaks clear for his first Grand Tour stage victory.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 9 May 2026
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
Noun
Record streaks at risk The S & P 500 fell Wednesday, putting its nine-week winning streak in jeopardy.
—Adrian Van Hauwermeiren, CNBC, 3 June 2026
To be fair, two of those six-game losing streaks were part of double-digit skids that season (13 games and 11 games).
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 1 June 2026
Part of the ace’s job is to stop losing streaks, even tiny ones, in their tracks.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
Strong sunlight can cause the water to evaporate quickly and leave streaks and may cause the soap to bake onto the car’s paint.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 30 May 2026
The Cubs start another one of those streaks pretty much every week.
—Jayson Stark, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Do not overmix; some streaks of flour are fine.
—Kate Bradshaw, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
This marks the first time in the modern era (since 1901) that the franchise has recorded both streaks before June 1.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
The Cubs are just the second team in major league history to have two 10-game winning streaks and one 10-game losing streak in the same season, joining the 2017 Los Angeles Dodgers, according to Elias Sports Bureau.
—ABC News, 26 May 2026
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At four thirty, pink streaks the sky, like the time mama stepped on the brakes too fast at an intersection and the tires scraped the road black.
—Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
The black-and-white security video shows a figure approaching a runway and starting to cross it, seemingly at walking pace, when the aircraft streaks into view.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 10 May 2026
Up ahead, 22-year-old Frenchman Paul Magnier streaks clear for his first Grand Tour stage victory.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 9 May 2026
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
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Sure, TravisMathew earned its stripes in men’s golf apparel, but the brand took a wholly different path in regards to the women’s lineup.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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Aedes aegypti, known as the yellow fever mosquito, is a small day-biting species with white stripes on their back and legs.—
Bay City News,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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Most astronomers now agree that each of these minuscule crimson specks—which bear a striking resemblance to enormous, faraway stars—actually has a burgeoning black hole at its center.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
27 May 2026
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As in Kourliandski’s quartet, specks and splatters of sound are interspersed with silences.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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The locks are designed for outdoor installations too, with an IP65 weather resistance rating for protection against rain, splashes and dust.—
Paul Lamkin,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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Try your coffee warm or iced, with some cinnamon and a few splashes of unsweetened almond milk.—
Karen Berger,
Verywell Health,
27 May 2026
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Collapsing floor There have been glimmers of a reset among some startups this year.—
Hugh Son,
CNBC,
1 June 2026
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Longtime Caribbean correspondent Marc Lacey returns to a country that’s seen decades of volatile governance and catastrophic natural disaster, and finds glimmers of the Haiti of his youth.—
Judnick Mayard,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 May 2026
Noun
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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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The gold bar could be found after any clue, organizers said, with additional hints being released throughout the summer, gradually making the location of the gold easier to identify.—
Mustafa Qadri,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
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The space uses deep greens, wood, bronze touches, and hints of kelp forests to create a warm and distinctive atmosphere.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Adults might opt for spa treatments and relaxing in an above-water cabin but littles can spend the day snorkeling or heading of to supervised activities on the resort.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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After all, most of us just want a peaceful day sans responsibilities, handmade cards from our littles, and quality time together.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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That said, there are enough modern touches throughout to make Venart feel decidedly right now, too, including the artwork and modern baths.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Every apartment needs personal touches to keep it from feeling overly staged, and these Quince Shagreen Picture Frames helped add that warmth while still looking incredibly chic.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2026
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“Streaks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streaks. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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