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as in splashes
a very small amount
money doled out in driblets to the workers
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Noun
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Some splashes of color help enliven it too.—
Adam Williams
April 23,
New Atlas,
23 Apr. 2026 -
Naturally, the color palette revolves around a joyful, beachy vibe—all designed in shades of pink, citrus, and red, with splashes of leopard prints and snake textures.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Each one begins as a long chain of amino acids, like a string of beads.—
Gerald Bradshaw,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Early Egyptians used it in the form of rock crystal to make beads and small vases.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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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
Noun
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It is spread through close contact with an infected person, such as through respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing.—
Vanessa Etienne,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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If the droplets start to soak into the wood, this is an indication that the current sealant layer is not adequately protecting the wood from water and needs to be resealed.—
Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
24 Apr. 2026
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Featuring bolder, thicker spots at the top and more refined, micro specks down the skirt, this mini dress makes all-day, fashionable wear easier than ever.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Apr. 2026
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Silvery or mottled patches on leaves, brown or distorted petal edges, dark specks (feces) or flower buds that fail to open are signs of thrips.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The bottom shelf ensures that any drips or leaks don't get on other foods.—
Anne Wolf,
Martha Stewart,
19 Apr. 2026
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Use a protective pad when working on cars or lawn equipment to protect it from drips.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There are no easy answers in education, but there are glimmers of hope.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
12 Apr. 2026
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While the storm is looming, there are new glimmers of possibility—friends can become lovers, strangers can become friends on the subway, the supermarket aisles are charged with meaning.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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When online is treated as a distribution channel rather than a learning system, persistence drops, and skepticism rises.—
Ian Gibson,
Mercury News,
29 Apr. 2026
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When cleaning homes with lingering pet odors, Parekh recommends applying a few drops of enzyme cleaner to the pad rather than relying solely on the Swiffer solution.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Driblets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/driblets. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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