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Speckle

usgb/ˈspekl/Volume
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Visual ImageryPlay
Use 'speckle' to describe a visual pattern, helping the reader picture the scene. SlideHer dress had a speckle of red that resembled tiny roses.
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Small SizePlay
'Speckle' refers to spots that are small, emphasizing the delicacy of the feature. SlideA delicate speckle of gold dust covered the antique frame.
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Not UniformPlay
A 'speckle' suggests a random, non-uniform pattern unlike an ordered polka dot design. SlideThe old book's pages had a speckle of brown spots from age.