as in sliver
a small sharp piece of something (such as glass or pottery)
Watch out for the shards of glass on the floor.
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Recent Examples of shard
The shards weren’t discovered in the Alberts’ yard until after 5:30 p.m. on Jan. 29, 2022, according to Vanity Fair.
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Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
The theory, laid out in a study published February 27 in the journal Scientific Reports, is based on examinations of tiny shards found in 2020 inside the skull and spinal column of an individual at Herculaneum–a small port town with a population of around 5,000 people at the time.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 27 Feb. 2025
The scenery is just as captivating as the storytelling: Think snowcapped mountains, sweeping aerial shots of frozen fjords, pristine snowy forests, and ice shards floating in dark rivers.
—Andrea Duncan-Mao, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025
According to the statement, the workshop consisted of multiple kilns; storage areas; and 32 ostraca, or pottery shards, with commercial transactions written in Greek and Demotic scripts.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Mar. 2025
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Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
The theory, laid out in a study published February 27 in the journal Scientific Reports, is based on examinations of tiny shards found in 2020 inside the skull and spinal column of an individual at Herculaneum–a small port town with a population of around 5,000 people at the time.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 27 Feb. 2025
The scenery is just as captivating as the storytelling: Think snowcapped mountains, sweeping aerial shots of frozen fjords, pristine snowy forests, and ice shards floating in dark rivers.
—Andrea Duncan-Mao, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025
According to the statement, the workshop consisted of multiple kilns; storage areas; and 32 ostraca, or pottery shards, with commercial transactions written in Greek and Demotic scripts.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shard
Noun
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Ukraine now still holds a tiny sliver of Kursk, trying to prevent Russia from advancing into the Sumy region.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2025
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Fried thigh strips pop out against a frilly red and green spring mix, apple and carrot slivers, ever-present blue cheese crumbles and an apple cider vinaigrette thickened with egg yolks, which is also used in Pangaea’s slaw.—
Benjy Egel,
Sacbee.com,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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These represent fragments of all the things that might currently be on your mind.—
Scott Mautz, Contributor,
CNBC,
16 Apr. 2025
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The restoration works enhanced the grotto’s surface and its rich and elaborate scheme, made of rustic, polychrome and multi-material mosaics featuring shells, glass pastes, semi-precious stones, stone fragments and mineral crusts.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The particles of baking soda are so small, they can get caught in the components and clog the vacuum.—
Amy Brightfield,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2025
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It is recognized as the world’s most productive region for generating fine dust particles.—
Christophe Lavaysse,
JSTOR Daily,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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With five stores and a small online presence, Whim is just a speck in the vast retail universe.—
Ken Belson,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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Having very high levels of fluoride can result in some erosion of tooth enamel, which can predispose people to tooth staining and can cause little white specks on the teeth, says Oller.—
Sherri Gordon, CLC,
Parents,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The coach listens not just for answers, but for glimmers—early signals of ideas that could be shaped into something bigger.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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However, the glimmers of optimism surrounding the tariffs did not last.—
Ashleigh Fields,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Neither does the oak, even after almost 25 years, although that small amount of virgin oak barrels in the mix adds a splash of vibrant wood to the flavor profile.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
13 Apr. 2025
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The use of blue and limestone beige reflects Malta’s coastal hues, with accents of vibrant red to offer a splash of contrast.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Made from 100 percent Donegal merino wool, the Finisterre Farne Women’s Crew Neck Knit Sweater comes in a choice of shades, all with subtle flecks of contrasting color.—
Jessica Macdonald,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
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Normally, landing a star of Dončić’s caliber at such a young age would take every fleck of gold in the safe.—
C. Clark, M. Vorkunov and F. Katz,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Cover and cook until roast is tender and shreds easily, about 5 hours on HIGH or 8 hours on LOW.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2025
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But Illinois lawmakers have yet to provide one shred of evidence that any individual’s benefits fall afoul of the IRS rules.—
Ted Dabrowski,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Shard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shard. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.
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