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as in rainfall
a light or fine rain
decided it was not worth carrying an umbrella for just a sprinkle
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as in handful
a small number
received only a sprinkle of suggestions for the name of the school mascot
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Recent Examples of sprinkle
Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 3 Sep. 2025
The butter buns typically feature a touch of cardamom with a sprinkle of sugar on top.
—AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 14 Sep. 2025
There were moments of good-natured humor sprinkled in — a way to care for fellow team members and honor those who were going home.
—Melissa Olson, Twin Cities, 14 Sep. 2025
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Noun
As Ever’s first batch of products, which included teas, honey, jams, rosé wine, and even flower sprinkles, meanwhile, sold out in minutes.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 3 Sep. 2025
The butter buns typically feature a touch of cardamom with a sprinkle of sugar on top.
—AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
Remove the sides of the pan, transfer rolls to a plate and sprinkle with cilantro.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 14 Sep. 2025
There were moments of good-natured humor sprinkled in — a way to care for fellow team members and honor those who were going home.
—Melissa Olson, Twin Cities, 14 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprinkle
Noun
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The most likely peak hourly rainfall is one-half to one inch with isolated maximum hourly rainfall to 2 inches.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Island communities, particularly in the Upper Keys, may see an additional half of an inch to an inch of rainfall, the weather service in Key West said on Wednesday.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The show got underway outdoors at Borough Hall with a handful of guests and many more onlookers (the runway was raised, which was a nice touch).—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vogue,
16 Sep. 2025
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To bridge the gap, a handful of states have enacted orders expanding and protecting access, issuing blanket prescriptions, executive orders and insurance coverage requirements.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Leaving the liner hanging on the shower rod and curtain rings, spray the solution generously all over the shower curtain liner.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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Villareal personally sprayed 158 helmets, sometimes spending upward of 15 hours a day working to get the BSU gear ready on time.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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While there is no ocean view, the rolling hills dotted with flora are beautiful.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
11 Sep. 2025
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Along Spain’s northern coast lies a path dotted with small villages and undisturbed landscapes.—
Hayley Domin,
AFAR Media,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Slash’s Hat Cake is a vanilla sponge cake with tropical habanero inside, a honey drizzle and black velvet spray frosting that won’t turn your mouth or lips black.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
11 Sep. 2025
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The dessert appeared to feature layers of cream and strawberry and banana slices, topped with a scoop of ice cream and chocolate drizzle.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The couple shared two children, a 3-year-old daughter and a 1-year-old son, according to posts on social media.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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Earlier in the week, the couple attended the fourth annual Kering Foundation Caring for Women dinner—the most talked about NYFW benefit.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As Emmy celebrations peppered the town on Saturday night, a starkly differently occasion left attendees shaken, tearful and reminded of the immersive power of cinema.—
Stacey Wilson Hunt,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Sep. 2025
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Whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Wood filler is the best choice for repairing large, deep gouges, but usually requires staining.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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Inside the retro-futuristic Discoveryland area of Disneyland Paris, a full-size Star Wars X-Wing fighter sits on a silver and blue platform which looks like it has been weathered and stained from battles.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Sprinkle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprinkle. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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