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or itsy-bitsy
as in tiny
very small in size
maddening swarms of itty-bitty insects flew around our faces
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Recent Examples of itty-bitty
The star wore the look exactly as it was shown in the fall 2025 collection—itty-bitty useless belt and all!
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 7 May 2025
For a tiny bit of bling, finish with an itty-bitty rhinestone right in the center of the half-moon of each nail.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 28 Apr. 2025
During weekend one of Coachella 2025, the singer performed in an itty-bitty vintage Dolce & Gabbana look from 2000 and an array of Pandora jewelry, including hoop earrings decked out in her favorite shark tooth charm (the star was named the brand's new ambassador before her performance).
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Hailey sported a black hoodie, a leather bomber coat, and itty-bitty gym shorts; Her white socks and square-toe loafers gave the look a true fashion girl feel.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 7 May 2025
For a tiny bit of bling, finish with an itty-bitty rhinestone right in the center of the half-moon of each nail.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 28 Apr. 2025
During weekend one of Coachella 2025, the singer performed in an itty-bitty vintage Dolce & Gabbana look from 2000 and an array of Pandora jewelry, including hoop earrings decked out in her favorite shark tooth charm (the star was named the brand's new ambassador before her performance).
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Hailey sported a black hoodie, a leather bomber coat, and itty-bitty gym shorts; Her white socks and square-toe loafers gave the look a true fashion girl feel.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for itty-bitty
Adjective
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Every detail is analyzed to maximize sound quality, Maserati says, down to the tiniest features.—
Kristin Shaw,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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And don't forget to grab a baby nasal aspirator to help clear tiny nostrils.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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The technology not only replaces the need for vacuum bags and traditional filters but also helps to capture more microscopic dust.—
Brenda Stolyar,
Wired News,
22 May 2025
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While space stations are relatively clean environments and are bombarded by higher doses of radiation than the surface of Earth, astronauts coming to and from space stations carry trillions of microscopic organisms with them.—
Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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At parties, Lee showed off his miniature Minox camera and bragged that he was engaged in spycraft.—
Christopher Goffard,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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The main part of the ring has a miniature replica of State Farm Stadium and the Fiesta Bowl emblem.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
28 May 2025
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“Itty-bitty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/itty-bitty. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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