as in slices
to penetrate with a sharp edge (as a knife)
I slit my finger open while cleaning up the broken glass
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Recent Examples of slits
Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
The sleeveless gown included thigh-high slits at the sides and was crafted with ornate embroidery in jeweled tones of green and blue.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 May 2026
The only telltale signs of the electronics hidden in the temples are a single power button, a four-contact connector, pinhole microphones, and thin speaker grille slits.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
The skirt, with its front and back slits and pockets, echo the design details found in Beckham's namesake ready-to-wear collection, which similarly blends feminine and utilitarian elements.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
When a single photon is sent through the wall, classical physics assumes that the photon will travel through either of the slits and reach the other side.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
Sleeveless with small side slits and a relaxed fit, this casual option can easily be dressed up with a bit of jewelry or worn around the house.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
The comfy frock is midi-length, features subtle side slits, and is made from a lightweight, stretchy material.
—Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026
To move through tight gaps or slits, the propulsion system can turn the drone completely sideways or at an angle, maintaining this orientation for as long as necessary.
—Etiido Uko
march 30, New Atlas, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
These capri pants have a drawstring waist, side pockets, and subtle slits, and they’re designed to hit just below the knees on most people.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
The sleeveless gown included thigh-high slits at the sides and was crafted with ornate embroidery in jeweled tones of green and blue.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 May 2026
The only telltale signs of the electronics hidden in the temples are a single power button, a four-contact connector, pinhole microphones, and thin speaker grille slits.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
The skirt, with its front and back slits and pockets, echo the design details found in Beckham's namesake ready-to-wear collection, which similarly blends feminine and utilitarian elements.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
When a single photon is sent through the wall, classical physics assumes that the photon will travel through either of the slits and reach the other side.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026
Sleeveless with small side slits and a relaxed fit, this casual option can easily be dressed up with a bit of jewelry or worn around the house.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
The comfy frock is midi-length, features subtle side slits, and is made from a lightweight, stretchy material.
—Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026
To move through tight gaps or slits, the propulsion system can turn the drone completely sideways or at an angle, maintaining this orientation for as long as necessary.
—Etiido Uko
march 30, New Atlas, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slits
Noun
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As the credits rolled and the audience broke out into applause, lead Thatcher burst into tears as Refn paced back and forth, hyping up the crowd for the 7-minute ovation.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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Throughout the day, friends and classmates gathered, wiping away tears, comforting each other and trying to process the sudden loss.—
Shelley Bortz,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
Verb
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The map slices through Kansas City, splitting the city’s voters across three Republican-leaning districts.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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Toast 2–4 slices bread of choice (such as country-style sourdough or multigrain).—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Robby steps in to help with the initial incisions.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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In 2015, divers sent her these photos of smaller shark carcasses on the sea floor with mysterious incisions in them.—
Michael H Gavshon,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
Verb
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SpaceX's Starlink is rolling out a new deal that slashes the monthly price of the satellite internet service in the US by $21.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
5 May 2026
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Earlier in the film, Kenobi slashes off the arm of a creature who was known then as Walrus Man and is known now as Ponda Baba.—
Mike Ryan,
IndieWire,
4 May 2026
Noun
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Scientists say that scratches found on a 59,000-year-old tooth may be the earliest signs of a cavity filling in human history.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
14 May 2026
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Around the edges of the hole, Zubova and her colleagues noticed scratches, which, in addition to the hole’s unusual size and shape, made the archaeologists wonder if it had been drilled intentionally to relieve the pain of a tooth infection.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
13 May 2026
Verb
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That begins when a sudden explosion rips the side off the house.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
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On May 13, 2011 — 15 years ago to this day — the popular DC show concluded with a fist-pumping final scene where Clark rips open his shirt to display the iconic Superman logo while John Williams' unmistakable score rings like a battle cry.—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
13 May 2026
Verb
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Coverage of the candidates’ debates underscores a level of political engagement and conflict that cuts against the article’s emphasis on apathy and confusion.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 May 2026
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As local public transit cuts loom later this year, Kansas City’s bus service will expand this summer, temporarily, to meet higher demand during the FIFA World Cup.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
16 May 2026
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“Slits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slits. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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