sprinkling

Example Sentences

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Every year there is the faintly absurd recipe of a dollop of briefing, several tablespoons of speculation and a sprinkling of leaks.

From BBC

The stadium was loud and overwhelmingly blue, with only a sprinkling of Tampa Bay fans.

From Los Angeles Times

Some people turn to a sprinkling of chopped chives to get a raw taste with less chance of heartburn.

From Seattle Times

I prefer a sprinkling of salt, a bed of raw onions and cilantro and a squiggle of green salsa.

From Seattle Times

Once or twice a year, consider adding a layer to your compost bin or pile by sprinkling lightly between layers of fresh green and brown dried materials.

From Seattle Times