
Sprinkle
Quantity Matters
Use 'sprinkle' when referring to scattering a small, not large, amount of something.

Just sprinkle a little cheese on top, not the whole packet.
Adding Flavor
'Sprinkle' suggests adding something extra for flavor or decoration.

Sprinkle some parsley on the pasta for color.
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