as in chip
a small flat piece separated from a whole
she got a splinter from the unfinished wall
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Recent Examples of splinter
Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 29 Dec. 2024
Dennis recently directed splinter units for an upcoming Sky TV series starring Kenneth Branagh.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 1 Nov. 2024
Mithil Aggarwal, NBC News, 2 Feb. 2025
All along one side of the street are splintered pieces of wood.
—Honor Jones, The Atlantic, 7 Dec. 2024
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Noun
There was, however, the problem of splinter factions and the Banished repeatedly striking against the Sangheili and UNSC, trying to complete the work left undone by the late Covenant.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 29 Dec. 2024
Dennis recently directed splinter units for an upcoming Sky TV series starring Kenneth Branagh.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 1 Nov. 2024
Verb
So while some Tutsi rebels were integrated into the Congolese army, others splintered off to form M23.
—Mithil Aggarwal, NBC News, 2 Feb. 2025
All along one side of the street are splintered pieces of wood.
—Honor Jones, The Atlantic, 7 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splinter
Noun
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Near-field communication chips are small silicon chips that enable wireless communication between two electronic devices.—
Jackie Berardo,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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The processor isn't commercially available, of course, and will likely only be used for evaluation, simulations, and developing future chips.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Stir shredded chicken and thinly sliced carrots and celery to reserved broth; bring to a simmer over medium.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2025
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Giannis Antetokounmpo is an unstoppable force, a one-man wrecking crew capable of slicing through defenders with a combination of length, strength, and skill that might be unmatched in NBA history.—
Brian Sampson,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Niemelä never looked the part of an NHL defenceman, but maybe there’s a team that still sees a sliver of hope.—
Jonas Siegel,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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In fact, photographers only caught a sliver of her platform shoes outside of the after-party, though Vanity Fair captured them in their full glory in an Instagram video from the red carpet.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
17 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Cut the cabbage into thin strips (or use a grater), julienne the carrots and mango, and chop the cilantro.—
Jessica Fields,
Essence,
21 Feb. 2025
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Virgo teaches us that spiritual work is not always grand or mystical but often found in the repetition of simple, necessary tasks: chop wood, carry water.—
Colin Bedell,
Them,
18 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Once landed, the lander will operate for roughly two weeks, collecting data about the lunar subsurface, which is made up of dust, loose rocks, and mineral fragments.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
27 Feb. 2025
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For instance, archaeological digs have turned up Roman artifacts like coins, jewelry, and pottery fragments.—
Hannah Edgar,
ARTnews.com,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The two funds still split 42% of the stock, with a current market value of $650 million.—
Matt Schifrin,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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But this incident certainly isn't the first time that split rumors have haunted the Biebers.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Work carefully: Start by removing larger pieces, then vacuum or sweep up small shards.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2025
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During an impassioned monologue about pharmaceutical industry subsidies, Stewart slammed a coffee mug down on his desk and shattered it, still holding several shards in his palm amid the wreckage.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Certain formulas, like a glamorous matte lipstick, can enhance dry flakes on lips, so utilizing a lip scrub and lip balm or lip mask is vital.—
Claire Sullivan,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
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Reduce the heat to medium, stir in the garlic, red pepper flakes, thyme, and bay leaf, and sauté, just until the vegetables begin to color slightly, 2 to 3 minutes more.—
Kaila Yu,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Splinter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splinter. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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