1
as in speck
a very small amount
there was not a particle of truth in what she said
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2
as in bit
a very small piece
a particle of cookie fell on the carpet
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Recent Examples of particle
N95s filter for solid particles in the air but not dangerous gases.
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Noah Haggerty,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
Throughout the history of particle physics, progress has often come through the discovery of new particles and phenomena.
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Florencia Canelli,
Scientific American,
1 July 2026
True to its name, the cream also contains hydrolyzed collagen, which is more readily absorbed than other forms of the skin-firming protein thanks to a smaller particle size, per the brand.
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Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
1 July 2026
Fine particles in wildfire smoke can pose health risks for some residents in affected areas.
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Matt Stiles,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
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Noah Haggerty,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
Throughout the history of particle physics, progress has often come through the discovery of new particles and phenomena.
—
Florencia Canelli,
Scientific American,
1 July 2026
True to its name, the cream also contains hydrolyzed collagen, which is more readily absorbed than other forms of the skin-firming protein thanks to a smaller particle size, per the brand.
—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
1 July 2026
Fine particles in wildfire smoke can pose health risks for some residents in affected areas.
—
Matt Stiles,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for particle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for particle
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Flash frames, scratches and specks of dust pop up randomly on the screen.
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Last night, England played its first game of the tournament—a rematch against Croatia, in Dallas—and the defensive prowess was a speck on the horizon; both sides scored twice in a breathless first half.
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That was the lone bit of positive news for the Royals (34-49) on Friday.
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Each member of the band had their moment to shine while the crowd danced on the soggy earth, not minding the conditions one bit.
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Use Natural Deterrents From Your Pantry To keep the rodents out of your yard for long periods, Schoenberg recommends sprinkling deterrents like hot cayenne, garlic, apple cider, peppermint, or coffee grounds around your plants and gardens.
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Peppers followed, along with a healthy sprinkling of spices.
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Light streams through the frosted glass, catching flecks of dust.
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But flecks of green were visible throughout the stadium as Algeria fans made their presence known as well.
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Four years later, there’s not a hint of complacency or dejection in France.
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An abundance of hints, clues and other helpful items await, not to mention a bonus Custom Wordle and plenty more.
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For the very first time, biologists packed nonliving components into a cell-like membrane, piece by piece, and witnessed the bag of molecules start to behave like life.
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The laws governing a molecule are not identical to the laws governing a cell, a mind, an organization or a civilization.
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News crews, Venezuelan officials and nearby residents were drawn to a remarkable scene that offered a glimmer of hope amid the country’s otherwise dystopian tableau.
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Tuesday's rescue marked another glimmer of hope amid the disaster that has devastated the South American country.
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The labs have also demonstrated the ability to replace atoms lost during operations, an ability that’s critical to keeping these machines running.
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Fatty acids are long chains of carbon surrounded by hydrogen atoms.
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“Particle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/particle. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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