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driblets

Definition of dribletsnext
plural of driblet
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as in beads
the quantity of fluid that falls naturally in one rounded mass rain leaked through the roof in solitary driblets here and there

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Noun
  • Designed for high-performance durability, the IP65 water-resistant frames are crafted from lightweight TR90 material, ensuring a pressure-free fit that can withstand sweat and splashes.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
  • Stanley 12-Ounce Stay-Hot Camp Mug A secure, press-to-fit lid ensures that this mug locks in your drink’s temperature and prevents splashes simultaneously.
    Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Atwood points out all the beads were sewn on by hand and made from glass.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Stick with small bins for little items like paintbrushes, beads, or binder clips to keep them from getting lost.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • My grandmother’s version typically called just for the addition of generous sprinklings of Lawry’s garlic salt and black pepper—and that’s it.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • However, analyzing individual droplets is a tricky task that poses many questions.
    Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Once the water droplets from the mister evaporate from plant leaves, that moisture is carried throughout the room.
    Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 5 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Microcalcifications appear as white specks and may indicate cancer in some cases.
    Lindsey Leake, NBC news, 3 Jan. 2026
  • There were also no visible specks of spices.
    Eddie Fontanez, AZCentral.com, 12 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • Those bright white tees seem to be absolute stain magnets attracting coffee drips, spaghetti sauce spots, and salad dressing splashes.
    Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Just be careful not to let any drips seep into the appliance vents.
    Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • From there, the glimmers of a more peaceful existence — one fueled by expression, not recklessness — give Lidia hope.
    Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
  • This year, there were glimmers of affordability, with some states like Florida, Texas, and California seeing average home prices decline in 2025 from their peaks.
    Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 26 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • Mix a combination of two teaspoons of cream of tartar and a few drops of lemon juice to form a paste.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Reformation Lluvia Dress As Reformation gears up for its 2026 collection drops, the store is marking down some of last year’s best-selling sweaters, dresses, shoes, and pants.
    Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
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“Driblets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/driblets. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.

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