HANDFULS Synonyms: 64 Similar and Opposite Words

handfuls

noun

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plural of handful

as in couples

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

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Recent Examples of handfuls Her supporters flooded the comments section on handfuls of posts from TikTok to Instagram. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 20 Aug. 2026 Not only would the ’70s see a precipitous rise of in the number of Hollywood sequels, but any film that managed to cut through the zeitgeist gave birth to handfuls of quick, formulaic, often cheaply made, copycats. — Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 14 Aug. 2026 For some greens, stir in two big handfuls of spinach with the tomato sauce and cook until wilted. — ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026 Begin by mashing the garlic and a bit of salt with the flat side of a chef’s knife, then work in the basil in handfuls until finely chopped. — Martha Stewart, 25 July 2026 Stabilize with More Sand After all the pavers are in place, toss handfuls of sand over the entire area. — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 July 2026 Instead of grabbing handfuls straight from the bag, serve it in a small bowl or buy individual packs to help manage portions. — Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 27 June 2026 For me, part of the appeal is that no two handfuls ever taste exactly the same. — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 22 June 2026 Peter Zenk Residents in Waite Park were picking up handfuls of hail after storms moved through the Stearns County community. — Nick Lentz, CBS News, 20 June 2026

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The films also involve normie couples caught up in hauntings, dealt Old Testament–style punishments by forces from the great beyond.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2026
Smythson Bride-To-Be Soho Notebook Wedding season may be coming to a close, but this notebook is a perfect gift to help give engaged couples a place to plan out their nuptials for the coming year.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026

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