as in glimmer
a very small amount
the vandals showed not a shred of decency
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Recent Examples of shred
Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 4 Mar. 2026
With tears stains on her shirt, Guthrie posted a new video Tuesday morning to increase the reward money from $100,000, saying their family was clinging to the smallest shred of hope that their mother would be returned to them safe.
—Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 24 Feb. 2026
FOXNews.com, 24 Mar. 2026
The mystery of his identity has long been part of the value of his art, which for decades and across continents defied authority from public walls and self-shredded on the auction block.
—Laurie Kellman, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Serve the sandwiches with frozen French fries jazzed up with bits of parsley, coarse salt, black pepper, and parmesan shreds.
—Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 4 Mar. 2026
With tears stains on her shirt, Guthrie posted a new video Tuesday morning to increase the reward money from $100,000, saying their family was clinging to the smallest shred of hope that their mother would be returned to them safe.
—Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 24 Feb. 2026
Verb
Continue reading … 'FATALLY FLAWED' — Key Newsom claim about California vs red state taxes shredded by expert.
—FOXNews.com, 24 Mar. 2026
The mystery of his identity has long been part of the value of his art, which for decades and across continents defied authority from public walls and self-shredded on the auction block.
—Laurie Kellman, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shred
Noun
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Following three straight 100-loss seasons that led to a front-office house cleaning, Rockies fans are peering down the road for glimmers of hope.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
26 Mar. 2026
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Thus, Archer says the book offers a glimmer of hope to its readers.—
Gqlshare,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Continue reading … ROBES RIVALRY — Liberal justice Elena Kagan rips colleague Jackson's dissent in rare public break.—
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FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Then a man comes in from behind and rips down their banner.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The air smells damp and jungly (in the best possible way) and is sweetened with a hint of frangipani.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Researchers are now exploring Greenland shark genetics for clues about aging, finding hints of enhanced DNA repair and cellular maintenance that could slow aging at a fundamental level.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Carefully peel away parchment from bottom of cake (start from a long side where it might be embedded in the cake and pull gently to avoid tearing the cake); discard.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 Apr. 2026
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Trump posted footage of the strike on Truth Social, in an uncaptioned video that shows explosions tearing through the night sky.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Keep an eye out for tiny brown or orange specks, especially around door edges, undercarriage and seams.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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A little speck on the metaphorical Southlake Carroll wall that’s been historically dominated by its eight-time state champion football program.—
Shawn McFarland,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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British broadcasting rules allowed for a liberal sprinkling of F-words.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Mar. 2026
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Yet, in the verdant oasis of San Pedro, there’s actually a sprinkling of life.—
Mark Johanson,
Outside,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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To channel the look, pair a bucket hat with a slouchy polo tee and loafers—bright red trousers offer the perfect splash of modernity.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
25 Mar. 2026
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Kids love the family zone, featuring an oceanfront splash pool, mini-water park, swimming pool, jungle gym, and a kids club, while everyone will appreciate the spacious family rooms with connecting options.—
Sheryl Nance Nash,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
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November 22 – December 21 Ready to widen your world a touch?—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
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Sagittarius November 22 – December 21 Ready to widen your world a touch?—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Shred.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shred. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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