remaining shred
Frequency: 7.56.8 per million words
the part that is still left of something abstract
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Examples (10)
- She was hanging on to the last remaining shred of her reputation.
- Despite the setbacks, there was a remaining shred of hope in his heart.
- He clung to the remaining shred of his dignity after the embarrassing incident.
- The old letter, though faded, contained one remaining shred of evidence.
- After the fire, only a remaining shred of the document was salvageable.
- He tried to maintain a remaining shred of composure during the intense interrogation.
- Even in defeat, she held onto a remaining shred of pride.
- The detective searched for any remaining shred of information that could crack the case.
- He felt a remaining shred of guilt for his past actions.
- The artist used the remaining shred of canvas to create a small, poignant piece.