1
as in dime
a very small sum of money
I have only a mite left to buy lunch for the rest of the week
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2
as in diminutive
a living thing much smaller than others of its kind
the kitten was just a mite, hardly the size of my palm
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3
as in bit
a very small amount
that speech didn't make a mite of sense
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Recent Examples of mite
These mites were thought to have originated in Europe, and the first recognition of the mites in the U.S. was in Kansas in 2004.
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Emily Deletter, USA TODAY, 13 Aug. 2024
Regular cleaning of bedding, furniture and pet areas can also help minimize the chance of any mites spreading to another pet.
—Cathy M. Rosenthal, San Antonio Express-News, 3 Oct. 2024
Some people develop blepharitis due to an overpopulation of Demodex, microscopic mites that live at the base of hair follicles.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 4 Sep. 2024
They've been linked to cicadas before, with the Illinois Department of Public Health releasing a report in 2008 that said cicadas were the only insect parasitized by the mites the year prior.
—Li Cohen, CBS News, 15 Aug. 2024
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Emily Deletter, USA TODAY, 13 Aug. 2024
Regular cleaning of bedding, furniture and pet areas can also help minimize the chance of any mites spreading to another pet.
—Cathy M. Rosenthal, San Antonio Express-News, 3 Oct. 2024
Some people develop blepharitis due to an overpopulation of Demodex, microscopic mites that live at the base of hair follicles.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 4 Sep. 2024
They've been linked to cicadas before, with the Illinois Department of Public Health releasing a report in 2008 that said cicadas were the only insect parasitized by the mites the year prior.
—Li Cohen, CBS News, 15 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mite
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One example Christ gave of how an automaker’s plans can’t turn on a dime when there’s a new resident of the White House is a $14 billion battery plant Toyota is building in North Carolina to equip future battery-electric and hybrid vehicles.Ed Garsten, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
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On the other, children’s interests can change on a dime.Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
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But that’s hardly the only reason the diminutive forward made the San Jose Sharks roster out of training camp.Curtis Pashelka, The Mercury News, 7 Oct. 2024
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Hebrew Meaning: Bee Alternative Spellings & Variations: Deborah, Debbie Karen Origin: Danish Meaning: Pure Fun Fact: Karen is a Danish diminutive of Katherine.Katie Nolan, Parents, 5 Sep. 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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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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Emperor tamarins are dwarf monkeys with whiskers that resemble a white moustache.Robert Higgs, cleveland, 1 Feb. 2023
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The dwarf variety grows to be about 5 to 7 feet, ideal for a small garden or accent in a room with limited space.Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Jan. 2023
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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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The festival also will include inflatables, hay rides, carnival games, face painting and other entertainment and activities.Shane Monaco, arkansasonline.com, 16 Oct. 2024
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For some people, simply having objective data about when to hit the hay and when to wake up might function as a useful reminder to cover these bases, in the same way a step tracker spurs you to get your 10,000 steps.Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 3 Oct. 2024
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Pour the sauce over and gently toss with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until the shrimp and avocado are thoroughly coated.Janelle Davis, CNN, 7 Feb. 2023
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Brine shrimp are a critical food source for the aquaculture industry.Evan Bush, NBC News, 21 Jan. 2023
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Adding too much oil or salt can yield watery squash, so stick to a light coating of oil and a light sprinkling of salt.Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 14 Nov. 2024
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Loads and loads of headed goals from Everton players at set pieces, and sprinklings of magic from Ndiaye and Lindstrom.Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 13 Aug. 2024
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“Mite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mite. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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