sprinkling

Example Sentences

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A court upheld a ban on people sprinkling salt outside their homes and businesses.

From Barron's

The man dug into his pocket with a long-suffering sigh, the dim light gleaming off a sprinkling of curly gray hairs on his saggy pectorals and belly.

From Literature

Then, she is on her way, leading a "choo-choo train" formed by a line of delighted children, sprinkling humour, happiness and even a little hope, but not the real aid they so desperately need.

From BBC

Videos of people sprinkling chia seeds on top of porridge and nutritionists lauding the benefits of red kidney beans and chickpeas are filling up people's TikTok feeds.

From BBC

Beyond lofty sentiments, there was a sprinkling of actual facts and policies.

From Los Angeles Times