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as in dwarves
a living thing much smaller than others of its kind
the kitten was just a mite, hardly the size of my palm
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as in specks
a very small amount
that speech didn't make a mite of sense
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Recent Examples of mites
The best down alternative pillows, however, are popular for resembling down without the dust and mites that can often wreak havoc on sinuses overnight.
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2025
This would either be an acaricide — a pesticide that kills ticks and mites, and is found in many pet flea collars and tick medications — or a vaccine that would make the deer more resistant to Lyme disease over time.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 24 Sep. 2025
Although mites are arachnids, the most common garden insect pests, namely aphids, scales, mealybugs, and whiteflies, all suck from plant foliage with stylets.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
His skin was irritated and his ears had mites.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
Though microscopic in size, the mites responsible for mange leave a visual trail of destruction.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 5 Sep. 2025
Spider Mites Spider mites are tiny arachnids, which typically are invisible to the naked eye.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2025
Fran is litterbox trained and was treated for ear mites.
—Tj MacIas, Kansas City Star, 14 Aug. 2025
This year's emergence wasn't quite as prolific but still gave mites plenty of fodder.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2025
Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2025
This would either be an acaricide — a pesticide that kills ticks and mites, and is found in many pet flea collars and tick medications — or a vaccine that would make the deer more resistant to Lyme disease over time.
—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 24 Sep. 2025
Although mites are arachnids, the most common garden insect pests, namely aphids, scales, mealybugs, and whiteflies, all suck from plant foliage with stylets.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
His skin was irritated and his ears had mites.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
Though microscopic in size, the mites responsible for mange leave a visual trail of destruction.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 5 Sep. 2025
Spider Mites Spider mites are tiny arachnids, which typically are invisible to the naked eye.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2025
Fran is litterbox trained and was treated for ear mites.
—Tj MacIas, Kansas City Star, 14 Aug. 2025
This year's emergence wasn't quite as prolific but still gave mites plenty of fodder.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mites
Noun
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The tiny black specks of vanilla pack a surprisingly aromatic punch.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Oct. 2025
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The pattern is a brownish batik produced by specks of tobacco.—
Zuzana Říhová,
Literary Hub,
26 Sep. 2025
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Fighting off hordes of alien monstrosities AND digging for rare minerals in outer space as a crew of beer-swilling, ass kicking space dwarves?—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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And all these dwarves and elves and humans go, ‘What?—
Elisabeth Garber-Paul,
Rolling Stone,
2 Oct. 2025
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But the restriction appeared to do little to keep the pollution at bay.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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But these low-risk hi jinx will encourage your own littles to try new things and take chances for the adventure of learning and saving friends.—
Katie Grant,
Parents,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Designed by Hot Lab, the interiors are a study in contrast, with marble and precious stones playing against soft fabrics and neutral tones juxtaposed with bold splashes of color and pop art.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
27 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, the rugged, waterproof build handles poolside splashes without drama.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Ray Palmer is a lot of Brandon, some hints of Clark for sure.—
Charles Infosino,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
23 Oct. 2025
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The scene illuminates the story’s preoccupation not with the post-#MeToo world but with performance, hints of which can be found throughout the film.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
22 Oct. 2025
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The Potholder has adapted to Idaho with touches of Gem State wall decor.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Oct. 2025
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Little fixes and thoughtful touches go a long way in turning your space into a place someone wants to return to, and maybe stay.—
Essence,
Essence,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Well, that’s where the Golden State truly glimmers.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
24 Oct. 2025
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This year, Parents explores the various emotions that families experience during the holidays—and how to find the glimmers to infuse joy throughout the season.—
Parents Editors,
Parents,
21 Oct. 2025
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Time in the age of screens was rapidly changing, brazenly commercializing, exploding into bits and then getting distributed across multiple venues and devices.—
Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
23 Oct. 2025
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All the best bits, all the comedy and magic, but in a totally original space and setting.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Mites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mites. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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