as in sprinklings
a very small amount
at least you have a splash of common sense—which is more than we can say for your mother
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as in splatters
to wet or soil by striking with something liquid or mushy
the bus splashed us as it barrelled through the puddles
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as in bubbles
to flow in a broken irregular stream
the spilled juice splashed over the counter and onto the floor
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Recent Examples of splashes
Jamie Weissman, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
The look incorporates Jackson Pollock-esque splashes of orange and royal blue, a departure from last season’s navy-and-white color palette.
—Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
One of five incredible timepieces AP dropped last week, the Royal Oak Self-Winding features a mesmerizing malachite dial that was easy to spot even amongst all the splashes of color on stage.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Feb. 2026
Highlights in the collection included natural tan bags with colorful paint splashes done by hand, with no two pieces alike.
—Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
Other teams made bigger splashes.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 6 Feb. 2026
Reviewers say the boots have a great grip, even on slick sidewalks, and love that the higher shaft helps block out splashes and snowbanks.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
Not for escapism, per se – Roseberry’s Schiaparelli show, one of his finest and weirdest to date, vibrated with implications about our world’s rigid definition of beauty, with horns, feathers and splashes of neon – but for indulgence.
—CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
Add the carrot sauce and a couple splashes of pasta water, and toss to combine.
—Hailee Catalano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Jan. 2026
Craig Lebrau, USA Today, 19 Jan. 2026
Eddie then opens the paint can, splashes it onto the graffiti, and gets into an argument with the store security guard for making a mess in the parking lot.
—Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
Then Oliver splashes his blameless girlfriend in the face, and the three men flee, chased by a group of enraged barflies.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2025
Reed landed multiple Tsunami splashes on Reigns, who was stretchered out of the arena.
—Fernando Quiles Jr, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Coppola splashes the screen with kaleidoscopic clips and a collage-like energy to show off their genius.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
The stone mat wraps around the faucet and acts as a splash guard, absorbing splashes and spills around the area.
—Jamie Weissman, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
The look incorporates Jackson Pollock-esque splashes of orange and royal blue, a departure from last season’s navy-and-white color palette.
—Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
One of five incredible timepieces AP dropped last week, the Royal Oak Self-Winding features a mesmerizing malachite dial that was easy to spot even amongst all the splashes of color on stage.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Feb. 2026
Highlights in the collection included natural tan bags with colorful paint splashes done by hand, with no two pieces alike.
—Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
Other teams made bigger splashes.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 6 Feb. 2026
Reviewers say the boots have a great grip, even on slick sidewalks, and love that the higher shaft helps block out splashes and snowbanks.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
Not for escapism, per se – Roseberry’s Schiaparelli show, one of his finest and weirdest to date, vibrated with implications about our world’s rigid definition of beauty, with horns, feathers and splashes of neon – but for indulgence.
—CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
Add the carrot sauce and a couple splashes of pasta water, and toss to combine.
—Hailee Catalano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Jan. 2026
Verb
Effective medical alert devices must be in good working condition when a shower, rain, or accidental submersion splashes them.
—Craig Lebrau, USA Today, 19 Jan. 2026
Eddie then opens the paint can, splashes it onto the graffiti, and gets into an argument with the store security guard for making a mess in the parking lot.
—Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
Then Oliver splashes his blameless girlfriend in the face, and the three men flee, chased by a group of enraged barflies.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2025
Reed landed multiple Tsunami splashes on Reigns, who was stretchered out of the arena.
—Fernando Quiles Jr, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Coppola splashes the screen with kaleidoscopic clips and a collage-like energy to show off their genius.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for splashes
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My grandmother’s version typically called just for the addition of generous sprinklings of Lawry’s garlic salt and black pepper—and that’s it.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
5 Dec. 2025
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Trapped in a prickly relationship with a cactus, his life changes overnight when Swift sprays herself with Opalite and is magically transported into his living room.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Feb. 2026
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Tired of the constant cuts, Gleeson orders Opalite and sprays his cactus, causing Swift to magically appear in his house.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
6 Feb. 2026
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But searing also often results in oil that splatters all over the stovetop (and sometimes the surrounding counters, floor, appliances…and the cook).—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Jan. 2026
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If that weren’t enough, Kevin’s bully older brother Buzz goes to call 911 and sets off yet another trap that lets loose an active chainsaw that cuts off the arms of his younger brother (played by Bowen Yang) and splatters blood on everyone’s faces.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
21 Dec. 2025
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As laundry expert Bree Uebergang explains, the key variations in the two cycles mainly comes down to the amount of agitation involved as the machine washes your items.—
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
30 Jan. 2026
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My one gripe with trench coats is that the tawny beige shade washes me out.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
30 Jan. 2026
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Low Water Pressure If water bubbles out of sprinkler heads instead of spraying out, this often indicates a problem with water pressure.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
5 Feb. 2026
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If guilt bubbles up, tie each dollar to a purpose, because aligned choices strengthen security and reduce stress — and the best time to start is now!—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Jan. 2026
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That psychedelic wash of overtone-rich sound that ripples through the chorus of Donovan’s 1968 hit?—
Zach Schonfeld,
Pitchfork,
30 Jan. 2026
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Violence ripples out Irvin, 22, was dead just 10 days later.—
Sam Charles,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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Tiny beads of blood had seeped out and dried into tiny specks.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Feb. 2026
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Also known as sunspots, solar lentigines, or liver spots, age spots are additional specks and bits of pigment caused by excessive sun exposure.—
Essence,
Essence,
27 Jan. 2026
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Much like Knives Out, the movie takes a much more lighthearted approach and sprinkles humor throughout.—
Keith Langston,
PEOPLE,
15 Dec. 2025
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The shareable treat features Galactic Brownie ice cream, fudge drizzle, M&Ms candies, and Halloween sprinkles atop a double fudge brownie crust.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Splashes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splashes. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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