as in particle
a very small piece
is there one granule of truth in that statement?
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Recent Examples of granule
The clean granules stay in the main area, and the dirty clumps fall into a hidden bin below.
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Emily Dreibelbis Forlini, PCMAG, 26 Nov. 2024
These granules are small, dynamic patterns of bright and dark areas caused by convection which play a crucial role in transporting energy from the sun's interior to its surface.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
To make a healthful cup of instant coffee, consider these steps:
Measure the coffee granules: Most instant coffee brands recommend using 1 to 2 teaspoons of coffee granules per cup of hot water.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 15 Oct. 2024
The pink bar means particles as small as dust mites and fine sand, and the purple bar is particles as small as sugar granules.
—Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 23 Nov. 2022
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Emily Dreibelbis Forlini, PCMAG, 26 Nov. 2024
These granules are small, dynamic patterns of bright and dark areas caused by convection which play a crucial role in transporting energy from the sun's interior to its surface.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
To make a healthful cup of instant coffee, consider these steps:
Measure the coffee granules: Most instant coffee brands recommend using 1 to 2 teaspoons of coffee granules per cup of hot water.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 15 Oct. 2024
The pink bar means particles as small as dust mites and fine sand, and the purple bar is particles as small as sugar granules.
—Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 23 Nov. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for granule
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This periodic comet, discovered by Pierre Méchain in 1790 and later linked to Horace Tuttle's 1858 observations, sheds particles that burn up in Earth's atmosphere, creating meteors.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Here are five of the weirdest, rarest hypothetical particles in the universe.Paul Sutter, Space.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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There were also no visible specks of spices like the Shamrock nog.Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic, 11 Dec. 2024
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But a break in the case finally came in 2002 when the Contra Costa County forensic lab matched DNA in Kemp’s hair with the genetic makeup of a speck of blood found on one of Wiltsey’s fingernails.Jason Green, The Mercury News, 10 Dec. 2024
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Wow your guests before the first bite—vanilla flecks give desserts a high-quality, artisanal look (and taste).Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
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The other side: But concerns over water fluoridation have included fluorosis, when growing teeth are exposed to too much fluoride and develop white flecks or spots, and reduced IQ in children.Kale Williams, Axios, 25 Nov. 2024
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Eat a diet that emphasizes fruits and vegetables, grains, some protein and not too much fat.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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Nutritious carbohydrates: Whole grains, starchy veggies (like sweet potatoes), low-glycemic fruits (such as berries or apples), and low-fat dairy support steady energy levels.Brandi Jones, MSN-Ed, Health, 14 Dec. 2024
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Ground nubbins of paprika, cumin, sage and black pepper that have moldered into flavorless, colored molecules.Scott Hocker, theweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Organic molecules called tholins are probably responsible for Pluto’s reddish blush.Elise Cutts, WIRED, 22 Dec. 2024
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The wipe will launch alongside patch 0.16.0.0, which will also be installed on the same day.Mike Stubbs, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
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Experts attribute this growth to their ease – wearing a pimple patch all day is seamless and easy.Emily Burns, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
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Invest a few million in infrastructure to make a few million in gate revenue — that’s a tidy bit of business.Mark Lazerus, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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So some of the stuff that was really cutting-edge and contemporary about that novel would've seemed a little bit passé.Angela Watercutter, WIRED, 25 Dec. 2024
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Unsalted butter: Helps bind the cookie crumbs together for the crust.Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
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Rather, those little white or yellowish crumbs could be signs of a few different issues that deserve your attention, like dry skin craving moisture, for example, or an underlying condition leading to irritation or inflammation.Jenna Ryu, SELF, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Granule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/granule. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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