splintered

Example Sentences

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When he climbed the heap of slurry, he saw splintered furniture and ruined papers, but one thing remained intact.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Whoever replaces Petro in August will confront a splintered Congress that will force any incoming administration to build alliances to pass laws.

From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026

The anti-Assad forces were splintered, mutually mistrustful and prone to looting; the areas they controlled descended into anarchy.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

At the same time, it may also be a powerful plurality — especially if it stays motivated, and the other 70% is splintered into lots of different groups.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 10, 2025

The Assassin kicked at the bits of splintered wood on the dock.

From "The Reader" by Traci Chee