as in rainfall
a light or fine rain
the intermittent drizzle was just heavy enough to spoil all of our outdoor activities
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Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 30 Sep. 2024
Weather permitting but even in the occasional, rejuvenating drizzle, in wellies and hunting jackets like English gentry, Asher and Carol would tramp the grounds with the trio of dogs manic over every deer or rabbit.
—Lizz Schumer, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2024
Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2024
To be brutally honest, the pie isn't that great – for something sweet, head to nearby Salish Lodge for brunch dishes drizzled with their own honey.
—Neil Davey, theweek, 16 Sep. 2024
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Noun
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, a combination of drizzle and isolated shower activity is expected around the region on Monday.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 30 Sep. 2024
Weather permitting but even in the occasional, rejuvenating drizzle, in wellies and hunting jackets like English gentry, Asher and Carol would tramp the grounds with the trio of dogs manic over every deer or rabbit.
—Lizz Schumer, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2024
Verb
Place golden beets in a medium bowl; drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette, and toss well to coat.
—Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2024
To be brutally honest, the pie isn't that great – for something sweet, head to nearby Salish Lodge for brunch dishes drizzled with their own honey.
—Neil Davey, theweek, 16 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drizzle
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In just one day, an entire year's worth of rainfall drenched the area, submerging homes and vehicles and leaving streets clogged with mud and debris.Nina Turner, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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Windy conditions will remain in the area with more rainfall not expected until possibly the weekend.John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 31 Oct. 2024
Verb
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Here’s how to learn from my mistake and make a plan for dusting this space.Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2024
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Additionally, it's recommended to clean the carbon monoxide detectors with a dry dusting cloth about once every one to two weeks to keep them clear of dirt, hair, dust, and other debris.Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2024
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The actor was bare-chested beneath, topping his look off with a sprinkle of jewelry.Violet Goldstone, WWD, 29 Oct. 2024
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The takedown campaign was fierce, and followed a pattern: each accusation took a sprinkle of truth and was then summarily spun into a falsehood about Wallis.Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
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Run the blade under hot water until warm (or spray lightly with baking spray), wipe it dry, and roll through the fudge.Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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To use it, lift the hair in sections and spray the serum until it’s covered the whole scalp; then go about your day.Jenny Berg, Allure, 23 Oct. 2024
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As of Friday, the latest National Weather Service forecast for Louisville is predicting a 50% chance of precipitation Thursday, Oct. 31, and with possible showers during trick-or-treating hours.John Tufts, The Courier-Journal, 25 Oct. 2024
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As of Friday, the latest National Weather Service forecast for Central Indiana is predicting a 70% chance of precipitation Thursday, Oct. 31, and with possible showers during trick-or-treating hours.John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 25 Oct. 2024
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Ever the comic, Pickett would frequently pepper their set with impressions — including a version of Karloff from his beloved monster movies.Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
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These questions—and many more—are peppered throughout Leonardo’s writings, reminding him to stay curious and keep asking questions about his world.Laila Marouf, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Situated at the southern end of the 32-acre palace complex, the al fresco patio looks out into the vastness of the Old City of Hyderabad, and that morning it was shrouded in an ethereal veil of winter mist.Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Oct. 2024
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This mist also incorporates lightweight sunflower seed oil, rich in antioxidants, to protect against environmental stressors like the sun and pollution.Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Oct. 2024
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Images taken of the estate showed debris strewn about the grounds, which are covered in thick mud.Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
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With dozens of mountain ranges, including the Appalachian Mountains, the Rocky Mountains, and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, strewn across the country, there is no shortage of idyllic communities nestled among scenic hillsides.Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2024
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“Drizzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drizzle. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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