flake

Example Sentences

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After deep contemplation, she despaired, writing: “Nature’s silence is its one remark, and every flake of world is a chip off that old mute and immutable block.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

Due to tiny differences in atmospheric conditions, each flake will create a unique pattern.

From BBC • Dec. 24, 2024

Any while we’re on the subject of flavor, level up your loved one’s spice game with Flatiron Pepper Co.’s chili flake blends.

From Salon • Dec. 17, 2024

He said digs at the site have turned up about 70 items ranging from flake stones to a rare example of an early ground stone.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 2, 2024

A tiny flake of flint, no bigger than his thumbnail: probably dropped by someone sharpening a knife.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver