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as in specks
a very small piece
just give me a grain of information about what to expect on the program
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as in temperaments
one's characteristic attitude or mood
cheating, even on my income taxes, goes against my grain
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Recent Examples of grains
Gliebus recommends getting regular physical activity (aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate activity per week) to enhance blood flow to the brain and a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and healthy fats to support brain health.
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 28 Jan. 2025
But alcohol is an ancient and natural beverage, made by fermenting grains, fruits, or vegetables—all of which are part of a balanced diet in their original forms.
—Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 28 Jan. 2025
Pairing seitan with nutrient-dense, low-sodium foods like vegetables, grains, and legumes can help create a balanced meal.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 28 Jan. 2025
Nature’s Bakery also offers brownies in double chocolate and salted caramel flavors, made from whole grains, real cocoa, and dates.
—Elisabeth Kwak-Hefferan, Outside Online, 27 Jan. 2025
In addition to fiber, quinoa is higher in protein than many grains, providing over 8 grams per cup.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 27 Jan. 2025
On the other hand, foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can help reduce the risk of heart disease and other cardiovascular complications, such as heart attack and stroke.
—Jillian Kubala, Rd, Health, 27 Jan. 2025
Pseudocereals are plants that produce seeds that are consumed as grains.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 27 Jan. 2025
Each such parallel feature was the locus of dust grains that were expelled from the nucleus at the same time, the smaller particles having been driven farther by solar radiation pressure.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 27 Jan. 2025
Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 28 Jan. 2025
But alcohol is an ancient and natural beverage, made by fermenting grains, fruits, or vegetables—all of which are part of a balanced diet in their original forms.
—Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 28 Jan. 2025
Pairing seitan with nutrient-dense, low-sodium foods like vegetables, grains, and legumes can help create a balanced meal.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 28 Jan. 2025
Nature’s Bakery also offers brownies in double chocolate and salted caramel flavors, made from whole grains, real cocoa, and dates.
—Elisabeth Kwak-Hefferan, Outside Online, 27 Jan. 2025
In addition to fiber, quinoa is higher in protein than many grains, providing over 8 grams per cup.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 27 Jan. 2025
On the other hand, foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can help reduce the risk of heart disease and other cardiovascular complications, such as heart attack and stroke.
—Jillian Kubala, Rd, Health, 27 Jan. 2025
Pseudocereals are plants that produce seeds that are consumed as grains.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 27 Jan. 2025
Each such parallel feature was the locus of dust grains that were expelled from the nucleus at the same time, the smaller particles having been driven farther by solar radiation pressure.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 27 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grains
Noun
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Most of us inhale some of these tiny particles every day.—
Zoë Schlanger,
The Atlantic,
9 Apr. 2025
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At higher heights, the water mixed with the particles more, creating a stronger brew.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The exhibit displays over two centuries of sculptures that show how art has produced and reproduced racial attitudes and ideologies.—
John P. Jackson,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2025
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Again, youth attitudes toward corruption don’t bode well for many of the governments in this year’s elections.—
Richard Aidoo,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There are several cases of scientists finding ways to produce other molecules traditionally thought of as biosignatures without the use of life.—
Perri Thaler,
Space.com,
11 Mar. 2025
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Bacteria can degrade the jet fuel molecules more quickly, leading to faster biodegradation, Mark Sephton, Professor of Organic Geochemistry at Imperial College London said.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In most everyday situations, this mismatch between the two theories doesn’t cause problems because general relativity applies to large objects (planets, stars, galaxies), and quantum theory applies to tiny particles (atoms, photons).—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Mar. 2025
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Their analysis revealed that a chemical reaction involving oxygen atoms within the LiNiO₂ structure causes the material to become unstable and crack.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2025
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The area east of Dixie Highway is often granted its desires, and the northwest was given whatever crumbs were left — so disheartening and frustrating.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
20 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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“Grains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grains. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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