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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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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
Over on Today, Roker wore Beetlejuice's same iconic ensemble with just a tad less detail than Clarkson's look.
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Sabienna Bowman, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
But, because a handful of the least-attractive tickets were a bit overpriced, the cheapest ticket for Game 1 now is a tad cheaper.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024
The episode was also up 5% in total viewers versus the week prior with 1.57M, which was just a tad below Fox’s 1.93M for Washington-Rutgers.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2024
However, my go-tos share similar characteristics: a little warm, a tad spicy, with just hint of brightness—maybe a floral or citrus composition.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024
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Sabienna Bowman, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
But, because a handful of the least-attractive tickets were a bit overpriced, the cheapest ticket for Game 1 now is a tad cheaper.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024
The episode was also up 5% in total viewers versus the week prior with 1.57M, which was just a tad below Fox’s 1.93M for Washington-Rutgers.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2024
However, my go-tos share similar characteristics: a little warm, a tad spicy, with just hint of brightness—maybe a floral or citrus composition.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tad
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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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Considered one of the scariest haunted houses in Cincinnati, the littles can visit with the lights on and friendly ghouls hand out candy.Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 13 Oct. 2024
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And yet the government has done precious little to keep it from happening again.Lily Hay Newman, WIRED, 13 July 2017
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Your kids are going through school and the pressure’s already going to be immense with kids saying things because your dad’s an actor.Leigh Nordstrom, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
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Hudson's gallery also included Ryan Gosling, who first met Eva Mendes on a movie set in 2011 before welcoming two children together, and then a very-married Chris Hemsworth, who shares three kids with wife Elsa Pataky.Angel Saunders, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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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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Born and raised in Toronto, Ayan Broomfield fell in love with the sport from an early age and moved as a teenager to Florida to focus on her tennis career.Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 19 Nov. 2024
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In general, athletes, teams, leagues and reporters have shown a consistent willingness to post wherever their fans are, even if those places are owned by Musk, face a ban for political reasons, or have been sued for allegedly damaging teenagers’ mental health.Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 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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There’s obviously some awkward moments, because lads are lads.Ralph Jones, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024
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That said, a quick, big lad up top gives a focal point, a target for wingers and possibly brings the best out of Cunha.Steve Madeley, The Athletic, 15 Aug. 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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“Tad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tad. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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