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as in sprinkling
a very small amount
there was not a particle of truth in what she said
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as in speck
a very small piece
a particle of cookie fell on the carpet
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Recent Examples of particle
Only the lingering mysteries of life, death, and bodies remain, like particles of bone dust in a pulverizer.
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Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 28 Oct. 2024
Conventional metal satellites create aluminum oxide particles during re-entry, but wooden ones would just burn up with less pollution, Doi said.
—Reuters, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
Conventional metal satellites create aluminum oxide particles during re-entry, but wooden ones would burn up with less pollution, Doi said.
—Reuters, NBC News, 5 Nov. 2024
Steel Nomad's regular and Light subtests focus on APIs more commonly used for game development, like Metal and DirectX 12, to assess gaming geometry and particle effects.
—Matthew Buzzi, PCMAG, 2 Nov. 2024
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Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 28 Oct. 2024
Conventional metal satellites create aluminum oxide particles during re-entry, but wooden ones would just burn up with less pollution, Doi said.
—Reuters, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
Conventional metal satellites create aluminum oxide particles during re-entry, but wooden ones would burn up with less pollution, Doi said.
—Reuters, NBC News, 5 Nov. 2024
Steel Nomad's regular and Light subtests focus on APIs more commonly used for game development, like Metal and DirectX 12, to assess gaming geometry and particle effects.
—Matthew Buzzi, PCMAG, 2 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for particle
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The pasta is topped with a sprinkling of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
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Starting in 2023 with its new Apple TV deal, the league committed to playing most games on Saturdays, with regular weeknight games on Wednesdays, and a sprinkling of games on Sundays.Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 21 Oct. 2024
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The moon is a fuzzy speck in the upper center of the image.Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
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But hauling out a heavy duty appliance and taking the time to track down every speck of dust can get old quickly.Shea Simmons, People.com, 12 Oct. 2024
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Born on TikTok, this is an ideal choice for fall/winter thanks to its cool undertones; deep berry hues offer a hint of blue that adds a head-turning pop to any autumnal beauty look.Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
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Think velvet bows, toile ornaments, and hints of soft pastels to bring the historical elegance to life.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
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The walking paths were shut down due to intense winds, and all of the suites and rooms were reserved for the Hallmark staff and talent to have a little bit of privacy.Emily Longeretta, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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Showbiz ran in Cher’s blood, as her mother was a struggling actress with bit parts in a number of TV series.Justin Curto, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
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Thanks to the streaming splash, Maydon and Regida pick up their first top 10s on both rankings.Pamela Bustios, Billboard, 29 Oct. 2024
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The noise and splash created by a breaching shark or ray might catch the attention of a nearby individual, signaling readiness to mate.Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
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Poets and cub scouts, romantics and scientists, people young and old around the world have looked up and been dazzled by the flecks of light speckled across the night’s inky canvas.Abbey Stone, SELF, 31 Oct. 2024
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This technique is primarily performed to alter the color so a dish wouldn’t end up with black flecks.Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2024
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His colors can be dazzling near neon-bright or subdued like the first glimmers of sunrise.Debra Utacia Krol, The Arizona Republic, 20 Nov. 2024
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This year’s Singles’ Day shopping extravaganza exceeded expectations, potentially offering a glimmer of hope for the fashion industry.Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Scientists have long wondered where these molecules come from.Elise Cutts, Quanta Magazine, 13 Nov. 2024
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Because of this similarity, THC is able to attach to molecules called cannabinoid receptors on neurons in these brain areas and activate them, changing various mental and physical functions.Lisa M. Krieger, The Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2024
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“Particle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/particle. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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