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nit

[nit] / nɪt /
NOUN
mite
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But the Surge’s bylaws are clear that no nit be left unpicked, and so we have to quibble with his framing.

From Slate • Jan. 17, 2026

A: Thanks for the advice on using a nit comb.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 6, 2023

It features a bright 700 nit 5.5-inch built-in screen that eliminates the need for a phone.

From The Verge • May 10, 2022

The nit he chose to pick was the number 4, which Vick had rendered as IV.

From Washington Post • Dec. 11, 2021

"If we had the sense of a Venusian water nit, we'd blast out of here so quick our tail fumes'd take off with us!"

From Star Born by Norton, Andre




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