trickle
Example Sentences
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In the beginning, the interest from outside was a trickle.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Ship traffic, already a trickle, again grounded to a halt.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
“However, I imagine that many people have long-term offtake agreements in place, so temporary fluctuations in price might take a while to trickle down.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
They say that reducing fees will save small businesses money and trickle down into lower prices for consumers.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
All the while, I could hear the trickle of conversation going on between the adults in the kitchen nearby, my parents' laughter ringing easy and loud over the yard.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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