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1
as in treats
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury
gave her an expensive box of chocolate tidbits
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2
as in bites
a small piece or quantity of food
I'll just have a tidbit of the dessert, nothing too big
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Recent Examples of tidbits
Meanwhile, here is the latest menu of tidbits to help you on your way.
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Ed Silverman, STAT, 3 June 2026
Callegari explores the stories behind Italy’s most beloved foods, from parmigiano to pizza, providing enough juicy tidbits for years of dinner party conversation.
—Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
Then, in March, while chatting with Esquire, Rocky raved over his three children, sharing tidbits about his family life.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
The page anonymously issued opinions and news tidbits, and notably called out Gagosian director Sam Orlofsky for inappropriate workplace behavior; Orlofsky was dismissed shortly thereafter.
—News Desk, Artforum, 1 June 2026
This is the new working life for TV reporters, who must be ready at any time to feed the latest news to digital and linear services and even throw tidbits to followers on social media.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 28 May 2026
Pigeons with iridescent purple necks strut about, and ducks continuously inquire, hoping for tidbits from passersby.
—Chi Varnado, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
There are a few tidbits for Android 17 itself.
—ArsTechnica, 12 May 2026
While the pups are young, a few babysitters stay behind with them each morning while the rest of the group goes out to dig up beetles and millipedes and other tasty tidbits.
—Big Think, 8 May 2026
Ed Silverman, STAT, 3 June 2026
Callegari explores the stories behind Italy’s most beloved foods, from parmigiano to pizza, providing enough juicy tidbits for years of dinner party conversation.
—Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
Then, in March, while chatting with Esquire, Rocky raved over his three children, sharing tidbits about his family life.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
The page anonymously issued opinions and news tidbits, and notably called out Gagosian director Sam Orlofsky for inappropriate workplace behavior; Orlofsky was dismissed shortly thereafter.
—News Desk, Artforum, 1 June 2026
This is the new working life for TV reporters, who must be ready at any time to feed the latest news to digital and linear services and even throw tidbits to followers on social media.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 28 May 2026
Pigeons with iridescent purple necks strut about, and ducks continuously inquire, hoping for tidbits from passersby.
—Chi Varnado, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
There are a few tidbits for Android 17 itself.
—ArsTechnica, 12 May 2026
While the pups are young, a few babysitters stay behind with them each morning while the rest of the group goes out to dig up beetles and millipedes and other tasty tidbits.
—Big Think, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tidbits
Noun
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This is by reservation only and includes tea, sandwiches, scones, and sweet treats.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 June 2026
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Protein-first cooking treats nutrient density as the organizing principle of a meal rather than an afterthought.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
Noun
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For quick bites and coffee on the go, the hotel also offers two cafés, Plnthouse, on the second floor, and Neighbors, in the lobby (as well as a lobby bar, Drift, with bites and libations available until eleven o’clock at night).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The disease, which can be transmitted through bites and scratches from infected animals, is almost always fatal in humans once symptoms occur.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
Noun
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The possibility of a Chase and Taylor flirtation causing a rift with Miranda is briefly raised and just as swiftly quashed — through large mouthfuls of chips and salsa, Taylor assures Miranda at the sip-and-see that there is no there there.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2026
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But now, the future of Lucille’s American Cafe, a Weston comfort-food institution serving up mouthfuls of nostalgia since 1999, is unclear.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Plus, there’s the economy and evolving tastes.—
Marlow Stern,
Variety,
2 June 2026
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The song amplifies what makes the album such a captivating listen, as Vandal pulls from across her varied experiences and tastes to continually push back against sonic expectations.—
Erica Campbell,
Pitchfork,
1 June 2026
Noun
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And no matter the time of day or the season, make sure to sidle up to the lobby bar and sample cocktails that are inspired by the hotel’s botanical garden—made better with the trays of complimentary nibbles that get refilled any number of times.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Following their wedding luncheon, where 600 guests enjoyed nibbles and small dishes meant to be eaten standing up while in conversation, the couple moved on to their second, more private evening reception.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Tidbits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tidbits. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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