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What is another word for driblets?

Pronunciation: [dɹˈɪbləts] (IPA)

Driblets is a word that refers to a small amount of something that is slowly or gradually released. Some synonyms that can be used in place of driblets include dribble, trickle, drop, drip, bit, smidgen, morsel, modicum, fragment, shred, and crumb. All of these words describe a small amount of something, but each carries a slightly different connotation. For example, dribble suggests a slow or irregular flow, while drop portrays a rapid and sudden release. By using synonyms such as these, writers can add variety and interest to their prose while still conveying the intended meaning.
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The patient stands with back arched and hind legs extended backward and outward, and passes water frequently, in driblets, of a high color and specific gravity, containing albumin and microscopic casts.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
In a moment, everything was glowing-hot: driblets of aluminum and silver were running down from the instruments.
"Flight From Tomorrow"
Henry Beam Piper
He pulled off his boots and stockings, and ran on, conning his footprints and the driblets of sand split ahead from his bare toes.
"The Ship of Stars"
Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch

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