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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
Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Track your stats, build daily streaks, and measure your sharp eye with win rates and total games played.
—Rachel Jacoby Zoldan, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Consider yourself an early adopter, before all of these favorite formulas go viral (and remain on sell-out streaks).
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026
Beltrán lifted his hand to his mouth, revealing what appeared to be black marker streaks across his fingers.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026
Inside the Numbers dives into NFL statistics, streaks and trends each week.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Hairstylist Andy Lecompte gave Hayek a sculptural updo with the front softly yet dramatically side-swept, allowing her gray streaks to be center-stage.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 20 Apr. 2026
Finish with a dry microfiber cloth to buff away any streaks and wetness.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Following two first-round exits, the pressure has only increased amid a turbulent season that’s included two separate four-game losing streaks and a six-game skid in March that sunk Orlando’s chances at avoiding the play-in.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Apr. 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
Real Madrid and Barcelona are both riding 20-plus-year streaks of playing in the Champions League.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Track your stats, build daily streaks, and measure your sharp eye with win rates and total games played.
—Rachel Jacoby Zoldan, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Consider yourself an early adopter, before all of these favorite formulas go viral (and remain on sell-out streaks).
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026
Beltrán lifted his hand to his mouth, revealing what appeared to be black marker streaks across his fingers.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026
Inside the Numbers dives into NFL statistics, streaks and trends each week.
—ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Hairstylist Andy Lecompte gave Hayek a sculptural updo with the front softly yet dramatically side-swept, allowing her gray streaks to be center-stage.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 20 Apr. 2026
Finish with a dry microfiber cloth to buff away any streaks and wetness.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
Following two first-round exits, the pressure has only increased amid a turbulent season that’s included two separate four-game losing streaks and a six-game skid in March that sunk Orlando’s chances at avoiding the play-in.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Apr. 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
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The square neckline is complemented by decorative buttons, the sleeves are designed with smocked accents and ruffles, and the stripes give it a nautical, breezy vibe that’s fit for your next beach trip or cruise.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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The sporty stripes add personality, while the durable outsole keeps them practical for full days of exploring.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
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Keep an eye out for tiny brown or orange specks, especially around door edges, undercarriage, and seams.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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Keep an eye out for tiny brown or orange specks, especially around door edges, undercarriage and seams.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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Don't expect any big splashes, though.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The water-resistant outer material guards your essentials against splashes, while elastic straps and multiple pockets help keep your bottles upright.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There are no easy answers in education, but there are glimmers of hope.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
12 Apr. 2026
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While the storm is looming, there are new glimmers of possibility—friends can become lovers, strangers can become friends on the subway, the supermarket aisles are charged with meaning.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 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
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After starring in 2024’s Deadpool & Wolverine, Marvel fans have been wondering where the character would go next, and in a new interview, Reynolds shared some hints.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
21 Apr. 2026
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As for the cast, the players can only tease so much about the first campaign so far, but did give hints about their characters’ motivations.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2026
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And for all the effort to read between the lines, to connect the dots between moves and motivations, the truth is the Valkyries have given little away about what comes next.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Nanny Aimee -- our second in command -- was moving through the far corners of the house, waking up each of the littles, kissing sleepy eyelids, tugging my two toddlers gently forward into the day.—
Shafiq Najib,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Tons of bikinis on the market right now feature subtle touches like eyelets, jacquard weaves, and embroidery, all of which up the cool factor without pushing you out of your comfort zone.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
20 Apr. 2026
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One of Yun’s favorite touches is both sentimental and maximalist.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
20 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Streaks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/streaks. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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