sprinkling

Example Sentences

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"The star has so little carbon that it suggests an early sprinkling of cosmic dust is responsible for making it," said Ji.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

The technique involves attaching an original sketch to an adhesive backing, cutting it out, strategically sprinkling sand on the desired areas, then removing any misplaced grains one by one.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

“I can understand why you'd think it looks like we're sprinkling protein everywhere,” said Dana McNabb, group president of General Mills' North America retail and pet segments, during an investor event last year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Let the baked star cool before sprinkling with a generous dusting of powdered sugar.

From Salon • Dec. 15, 2025

She has the bone structure to carry that kind of thing off, sharp cheekbones dappled with a sprinkling of freckles, a fine jaw.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins