as in pinprick
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Recent Examples of fleabite
But this is just a fleabite; this is nothing; there must be some other way of doing it.
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Kathryn Jean Lopez, National Review, 30 Aug. 2021
Kathryn Jean Lopez, National Review, 30 Aug. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fleabite
Noun
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Mothers agreed to share current blood samples and allow access to the pinprick blood spots that had been collected when they were born.—
E. Tammy Kim,
New Yorker,
8 Apr. 2025
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The name Stacy Abrams, which appeared in the acknowledgments section of Wolff’s book, was another pinprick.—
Katy Waldman,
The New Yorker,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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And of course, a system that has operated in darkness for decades will feel discomfort as it is moved into the light.—
Chris Alexander,
New York Daily News,
13 Apr. 2025
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Yes Yes Sensitive or loose teeth No Yes Receding gum line No Yes Pain or discomfort while chewing Rarely Sometimes Differences While both conditions are forms of the same type of disease, there are some key differences between gingivitis and periodontitis.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Health,
12 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This is classic body language sign that your dog feels comfortable and wants a good chest rub, which most dogs love and invites a fuss.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
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If your dog loves belly rubs or your cat needs a quiet environment, the driver can accommodate those personal needs.—
William Mullane,
USA TODAY,
25 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Common triggers include environmental allergens, foods, and skin irritants.—
Brandi Jones, MSN-Ed,
Health,
28 Mar. 2025
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In fact, the brand follows the National Eczema Association's ingredient guidelines to avoid irritants and allergens.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Trees like Texas ebony and mesquite that have thorns to protect them from munching animals and long roots to tap moisture deep within the earth.—
Laura Mallonee,
Wired News,
12 Apr. 2025
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To shield your hands against thorns when pruning, wear leather or leatherlike gloves.—
Beth Botts,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Aside from her talk about specific songs, Roan also opened up about the creative process, which can sometimes be a massive headache, despite her being known for her catalog of fun and peppy songs.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
17 Apr. 2025
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Making matters worse, China’s been a real headache for Starbucks, even before the tariffs, on increasing local competition and tepid growth in the world’s second-largest economy.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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On April 30th, 2022, a security guard at a local business plaza called the police to report Mary as a nuisance.—
Sarah Stillman,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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Protester Trenton Oldfield swam in front of both boats and was jailed for six months for causing a public nuisance.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Very popular and, most importantly, no more changing of the clocks, a big inconvenience and, for our government, A VERY COSTLY EVENT!!!—
Cate Martel,
The Hill,
11 Apr. 2025
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Organizations that view these realities as opportunities rather than inconveniences are positioning themselves for sustainable competitive advantage.—
Phil Kirschner,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Fleabite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fleabite. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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