HANDFUL Synonyms: 64 Similar and Opposite Words

handful

noun

ˈhan(d)-ˌfu̇l

Definition of handful

as in few

a small number only a handful of people signed up for the wintertime hike

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Recent Examples of handful Here is our annual Bills bubble watch, and how the Bills roster stands with just a handful of days remaining for decisions. — Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 Others in the ownership group include Todd Boehly, Arctos Partners, Magic Johnson and a handful of other backers with smaller stakes. — Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 26 Aug. 2026 The discussions in each episode will center around a handful of Jay-Z songs, selected by Rubin. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2026 Starters are expected to play only a handful of snaps, but coaches want a crisp, urgent showing to erase last week’s disappointing showing against the 49ers. — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for handful

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couple

Noun

How happy couples avoid this fight Healthy couples absolutely still notice when things are lopsided.

— Mark Travers, CNBC, 30 Aug. 2026
Outdoor bars and tents are being set up for the crowds expected for the bull-riding event that evening, and couples of all ages hold hands and wander the brick streets.

— Christine Lennon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of couple

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