dusting

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Finish with scallions, black pepper and a light dusting of Cajun seasoning.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Even Tom Brady, who will be 50 by then, is interested in dusting off his cleats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Snow is expected to blanket parts of Southern California through Wednesday, with up to 3 feet predicted at the highest peaks and a dusting possible across the Interstate 5 corridor.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

The case arose after Sacramento police spotted a dusting of loose “crumbs” in the back of a car they had pulled over for a rolling stop.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

Jeweled beauty-lanterns sail overhead, dusting the room with the perfect amount of light.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton