smidge
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of smidge
C20: from smidgen
Example Sentences
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While powders and natural flavorings may provide a smidge of seasoning, they’re still pretty weak, especially if you’re trying to mimic the taste of restaurant-quality soups.
From Salon ● Jun. 13, 2026
What made that just a smidge awkward this time around is that Bradley has played so surprisingly well over the last year that he had to consider whether one of those selections should be himself.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 26, 2025
This is particularly true of Mescal, whose "popularity mirrors a smidge the frenzy the Beatles once sparked".
From BBC ● Apr. 5, 2025
The health coach and event producer offers a short, guided meditation with just a smidge of woo and a few deep breaths before the group heads south.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 12, 2024
I reply, stepping forward, maybe a smidge too excited.
From "Fast Pitch" by Nic Stone
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