A TAD Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

a tad

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as in rather

to some degree or extent This chili could use a tad more seasoning.

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Recent Examples of a tad Sure, that works, though Owen Thiele screaming gets a tad old by the end of the episode. — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026 Its wheelbase and overall dimensions are larger than the Eagle's, making it a tad more accommodating for bigger riders. — New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2026 StartMail and Private-Mail both work in a similar fashion, but with a tad more awkwardness. — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026 However, in what could be the first conversation between Ellison and Bonta since the AGs filed their now WGA joined antitrust action on July 13, there is hope on both sides that the principals can at least lower the temperature a tad. — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 23 Aug. 2026 Fragrance vials might prove a tad messier of an endeavor but just as fun to wear. — Daisy Shaw-Ellis, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026 One end has no roof, while the stand opposite feels a tad cramped. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026 Murphy said Ashby was a tad late getting to the bag, a problem for him this year. — Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026 The dose is a tad less than a shot-glass worth taken twice a month apart. — Joseph Kim, NPR, 7 Aug. 2026

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