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as in speck
a small area that is different (as in color) from the main part
flooring tile that is brown with flecks of white
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2
as in particle
a very small piece
wiped a fleck of cookie off his jacket
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as in to sprinkle
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
to achieve the desired effect, fleck the canvas with paint simply by flicking the brush close to the surface
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Recent Examples of fleck
Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Although other pests cause similar damage, thrips damage is often associate with numerous small flecks of dark green to black fecal matter.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
Her sky-blue eyes, flecked with silver and hazel, narrow slightly, then relax.
—Gerald Witt, AJC.com, 1 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Jade feels calming yet luxurious, especially when paired with flecks of gold leaf.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Although other pests cause similar damage, thrips damage is often associate with numerous small flecks of dark green to black fecal matter.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
With toasted pastry flecks in a buttercream, chocolate ganache, and real pastry cream, this recipe does the pastry justice.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
Her sky-blue eyes, flecked with silver and hazel, narrow slightly, then relax.
—Gerald Witt, AJC.com, 1 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fleck
Noun
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From the summit of Monte Gambarogno, the towns hugging the shore of Lake Maggiore appear as tiny specks, dwarfed by the snowcapped southern Alps to the north.—
Lisa Kadane,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2026
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The only public image of the attacker — or attackers — appears as a speck in a short, grainy clip of the explosion.—
Thad Moore,
AJC.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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The fundamental constants that determine the masses, charges, and interaction strengths between particles are universal as well.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 May 2026
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People usually contract the virus only after coming in contact with airborne particles from rodent droppings, urine or saliva.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Remove the bay leaves; sprinkle with parsley.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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Crumble it on corn, sprinkle it on a tostada, drop it into beans or dump it into filling for enchiladas — just don’t forget the cotija.—
Jolene Thym,
Mercury News,
4 May 2026
Noun
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This stylish lace top fits that bill with its dainty swiss dot design and airy boho raw-hem sleeves.—
Madeline Merinuk,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
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But these dots were there for months, even years, ready to be connected.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
1 May 2026
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Ridden by Jose Ortiz, Always a Runner made a move around the final turn and needed every bit of the stretch to pass Bob Baffert’s Explora and and Michael McCarthy’s Meaning before the finish line of the 1 1/8-mile race.—
Stephen Whyno,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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Jackson and other experts detail why apple cores and other food waste are harmful, and why the best way to protect our natural habitats is not to throw anything out, even the seemingly harmless bits.—
Emily Hayes,
Martha Stewart,
2 May 2026
Verb
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On TikTok, short videos often show people traveling to Turkey to fix their uneven or stained teeth and transform their smiles.—
K.H. Koehler,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Customize it by painting the wood a fun color or staining it for a rustic look.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
28 Apr. 2026
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These grow to form blotches that have lighter and darker zones appearing as irregular concentric rings that grow throughout the season until the entire leaf turns black and dies.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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This was a black one with blotches faintly outlined in pale yellow, a beautiful but deadly looking animal.—
Dr. C. E. Kuschel,
Outdoor Life,
9 Apr. 2026
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Crafted from top-grain Italian leather with a cotton lining and protective metal feet, it’s built to handle daily use and the occasional coffee spill.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 May 2026
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Brown rice is a popular whole-grain option for its rich, nutty flavor, versatility in recipes, and myriad health benefits.—
Christina Manian,
Health,
1 May 2026
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“Fleck.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fleck. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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