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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
There are a few tidbits for Android 17 itself.
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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
Throughout the video, Parton weaved her cheery demeanor and wit in with the more serious tidbits about her health and grief.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Throughout Larkin Home are tiny personal and sentimental tidbits that give insight to who Larkin, 27, is.
—Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
Meanwhile, here are a few tidbits to help you along.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 28 Apr. 2026
All of these tidbits may slightly tip the leverage in negotiations when the parties — including general manager Mike Dunleavy, who reportedly has signed an extension — meet to determine what’s next.
—Michael Nowels, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
Such tidbits make for a colorful, irreverent portrait.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 23 Apr. 2026
There's so many tidbits in there.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
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
Throughout the video, Parton weaved her cheery demeanor and wit in with the more serious tidbits about her health and grief.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Throughout Larkin Home are tiny personal and sentimental tidbits that give insight to who Larkin, 27, is.
—Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
Meanwhile, here are a few tidbits to help you along.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 28 Apr. 2026
All of these tidbits may slightly tip the leverage in negotiations when the parties — including general manager Mike Dunleavy, who reportedly has signed an extension — meet to determine what’s next.
—Michael Nowels, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
Such tidbits make for a colorful, irreverent portrait.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 23 Apr. 2026
There's so many tidbits in there.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tidbits
Noun
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But soaring gas prices are taking a bigger slice out of American paychecks since the start of the war, leaving less for things like dining out, new clothes or other treats.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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More treats for you below, enjoy!—
Ronnie Li,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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The menu features craft cocktails, beer, wine, and a handful of light bites—Lili’s Martini, a lychee-and-lemon take on the classic cocktail, is the standout drink.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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In rare cases, it can be spread through rodent bites or scratches, according to the CDC.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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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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They are used to replace the tastes and textures of high-calorie foods while providing fewer calories.—
Ashley Olivine,
Verywell Health,
11 May 2026
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The month of May continues, which means a plethora of sporting options to suit your viewing tastes.—
Lukas Weese,
New York Times,
10 May 2026
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The only nibbles came from a handful of Division II or Division III programs.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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Suites elevate the experience with more space, walk-in closets, upgraded bathrooms, and, for Neptune Suite guests, exclusive access to a private lounge, serving nibbles and drinks throughout the day.—
Aaron Saunders,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Tidbits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tidbits. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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