as in blotch
a small area that is different (as in color) from the main part
the bleach left a small white splotch on my shirt
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as in to sprinkle
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
ink from a leaking pen had badly splotched his shirt pocket
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Recent Examples of splotch
Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 3 Nov. 2024
This often leads to white coloration in splotches on the animal’s skin or fur.
—Samuel Sanders, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Sep. 2024
Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 6 Jan. 2023
Yuskavage, in a flowing Dries van Noten dress splotched with fuchsia, green, and yellow, appraised the painting.
—Ariel Levy, The New Yorker, 31 July 2023
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Noun
Officials lowered their recommendation for drinking water fluoride levels in 2015 to address a tooth condition called fluorosis, that can cause splotches on teeth and was becoming more common in U.S. kids.
—Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 3 Nov. 2024
This often leads to white coloration in splotches on the animal’s skin or fur.
—Samuel Sanders, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Sep. 2024
Verb
The whites of his eyes were splotched with blood, a sign that blood vessels on the surface of his eyes had burst.
—Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 6 Jan. 2023
Yuskavage, in a flowing Dries van Noten dress splotched with fuchsia, green, and yellow, appraised the painting.
—Ariel Levy, The New Yorker, 31 July 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splotch
Noun
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The blotch of black fur around Bao Li's eyes is wider, with pointy tips that flare out more than Qing Bao's.—
Christopher Cann,
USA TODAY,
21 Jan. 2025
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The spread of the blotches slowed, creeping to a stop.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
14 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Altuve sprinkled similar sentiments throughout subsequent interviews, even if his conviction ran counter to how this franchise conducts business.—
Chandler Rome,
The Athletic,
25 Jan. 2025
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The doughnuts and Munchkins will swap regular sprinkles for pink, white and red heart sprinkles.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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Encased in golden packaging with gold flecks throughout, this richly plush lip balm is the essence of everyday soft glam.—
Cora Harrington,
Miami Herald,
30 Jan. 2025
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Black pepper: Adds that quintessential fleck and kick of heat that Ceasar dressing has.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Highland’s history is dotted with attempts to reverse its slide toward disrepair.—
Natalie Wallington,
Kansas City Star,
25 Jan. 2025
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To wit: club ties dotted with skulls, high-contrast block stripes, and slouchy silk knits—ranging in price from $95 to $165.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The floor was covered in paint specks, in the corner was a pile of old paint tubes and smocks.—
Karl Ove Knausgaard,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
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Spiffy variations include spinach, mushrooms or speck.—
Ann Abel,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Make Glass Shower Doors Sparkle The entire aesthetic of your bathroom can take a big hit the moment your glass shower door begins to look streaky, stained, or foggy.—
Katelyn Squiers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Jan. 2025
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As Shilpa notes though, the plastic has a tendency to stain, especially when slicing carrots or beets.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appétit,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The Chiefs’ Harrison Butker went through a rough patch upon his return from minor (non-kicking) knee surgery, missing two field goals and an extra point in his final four games.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
24 Jan. 2025
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It is embedded with patches and medals from the many trails the grandfather had trekked.—
Alina Hartounian,
NPR,
23 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Democrats and Republicans peppered Kennedy with questions about his plans for Medicaid and lowering drug costs.—
Ken Alltucker,
USA TODAY,
30 Jan. 2025
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Across the arguments, the judges peppered Patterson with questions as to why Austin waited until two days after the plea deals were reached to withdraw Escallier's authority to enter into the agreements and assume that power for himself.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Splotch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splotch. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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