as in particle
a very small piece
is there one granule of truth in that statement?
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Recent Examples of granule
The analysis revealed that 240 starch granules were present within the teeth.
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Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 June 2025
Ina calls for two kinds of chocolate: semi-sweet (specifically Hershey’s chips) and unsweetened chocolate, extra-large eggs (her preferred, and uncommon, egg size), plus instant coffee granules and vanilla to boost the flavor of the chocolate.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
It is pulverized until the granules become very fine, almost chalky in their consistency.
—Molly Baz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 June 2025
The starch granules prove how the tools were used in ancient times.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2025
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Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 June 2025
Ina calls for two kinds of chocolate: semi-sweet (specifically Hershey’s chips) and unsweetened chocolate, extra-large eggs (her preferred, and uncommon, egg size), plus instant coffee granules and vanilla to boost the flavor of the chocolate.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
It is pulverized until the granules become very fine, almost chalky in their consistency.
—Molly Baz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 June 2025
The starch granules prove how the tools were used in ancient times.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for granule
Noun
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Wildfire smoke particles, which are called PM2.5, are especially dangerous for children, older adults, pregnant people and those with heart or respiratory conditions.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Insects are ever at risk of being caught by it, as are particles, like pollen, traveling through the air.—
Ian Rose,
JSTOR Daily,
23 July 2025
Noun
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The threatening hunk of rock appears as just a speck of light through even the strongest astronomical tools.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
25 July 2025
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Using data from ground and space telescopes, the researchers were able to pinpoint the moment when the first specks of planet-forming material began to coalesce around the protostar.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
18 July 2025
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Unlike formulas packed with visible flecks of glitter, this one is completely sparkle-free.—
Claire Sullivan,
Footwear News,
1 Aug. 2025
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In any case, there are sure to be at least a few flecks of moss or lichen, gray or gray-green, on that side.—
Ted Updike,
Outdoor Life,
22 May 2025
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While rye was the dominant secondary grain in most bourbons of the day, providing a spicy but sometimes harsh character, Weller believed there was room for a different kind of whiskey.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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However, study authors noted the diet was particularly high in sodium and didn’t contain enough whole grains.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
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Faster movement of air molecules produces a higher temperature, and slower movement results in lower temperatures.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
24 July 2025
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Antioxidants counter destructive free radical molecules in cells, acting to reduce inflammation and the risk of chronic disease.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
23 July 2025
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While Microsoft did release a patch for CVE-2025-53770, attackers already inside those systems could maintain persistence using other tools and chained exploits.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Every slugger hits a dry patch; Raleigh’s just hasn’t come yet.—
Grant Brisbee,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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The Martin County Sheriff’s Office says while the couple was waist deep in the water with their dog, an alligator bit the hand and wrist of the woman and dragged her under the water.—
Gershon Harrell,
Sun Sentinel,
24 July 2025
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While a headboard may seem like a small design detail in your overall bedroom layout, a little bit of creativity can make a big impact.—
Rebecca Shinners,
Architectural Digest,
24 July 2025
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One piece is an unmade bed on the floor that has a naked woman lying facedown on it, covered in crumbs and snacks and a condom full of sperm, that, yes, Charlotte and her colleagues have to fill up to the artist’s exact specifications.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
18 July 2025
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Utilize varying attachments to get into all the nooks and crannies of your vehicle, including those seat tracks where crumbs, stray goldfish snacks, and crayons are bound to be hiding.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
17 July 2025
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“Granule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/granule. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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