1
as in bit
a very small amount
there's more than just a tad of hyperbole in the critics' praise for the promising young pianist
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2
as in boy
a male person who has not yet reached adulthood
grandfather never tires of telling us about the days when he was just a tad
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Recent Examples of tad
Blue Apron's meals seem a tad simpler by comparison, but there's a good reason for that.
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Jordan Minor,
PC Magazine,
23 June 2026
Ahead of the match, Argentina fans were a tad milder than the fans of Japan, the Netherlands and England who filled AT&T Stadium in previous matches.
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Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
Women are also welcome, of course … but sense seems to be a tad more common on that end of the things.
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Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
17 June 2026
Levi Strauss Signature Gold High-Rise Loose Straight-Leg Jeans For something a tad looser, try these jeans by Levi Strauss Signature.
—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for tad
Jordan Minor,
PC Magazine,
23 June 2026
Ahead of the match, Argentina fans were a tad milder than the fans of Japan, the Netherlands and England who filled AT&T Stadium in previous matches.
—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
Women are also welcome, of course … but sense seems to be a tad more common on that end of the things.
—
Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
17 June 2026
Levi Strauss Signature Gold High-Rise Loose Straight-Leg Jeans For something a tad looser, try these jeans by Levi Strauss Signature.
—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for tad
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tad
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This pacing problem extends to subplots like the Henry-in-a-coma bit.
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Scientists pointed out that the abrasion bit the rover used to expose the rocks was sterilized before launch and has cut into other rocks across Jezero without ever producing a G-band this strong.
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The Nationals’ Youth Baseball Academy in Southeast, a staple since 2013, is a wonderful venue for both boys’ baseball teams in middle and high schools, and for girls’ softball teams.
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One boy, 12, succumbed to the heat and passed out, with EMS medics and police rushing to help him, according to PIX 11.
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Even the littles help out with age-appropriate tasks.
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Harsher penalties do little to deter crime or prevent recidivism among young people.
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Neither bride nor groom have kids from previous relationships out of wedlock.
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Jake’s analysis found that the UK’s intervention may run all summer, with media plurality issues around news plus kids’ channels portfolios in the spotlight.
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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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While teenagers have always looked to older peers for inspiration, social media has accelerated and amplified this process.
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Cotter’s colleagues and students follow the national team closely, while Premier League clubs are popular among teenagers.
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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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This intensive five-day retreat welcomes only America’s dudes, bros, lads, sons and fathers.
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Aussie Rules lads are almost clothed enough to enter a convenience store.
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“Tad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tad. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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