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gnat

[nat]

gnat Definition

a small two-winged fly that resembles a mosquito.

Using gnat: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gnat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The gnat buzzed around my head.

  • Example

    The picnic was ruined by the swarm of gnats.

  • Example

    Gnats are attracted to light.

gnat Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for gnat

Phrases with gnat

  • to fuss over small details while ignoring larger, more important issues

    Example

    He's always straining at gnats and swallowing camels, worrying about minor issues while ignoring major ones.

  • gnat's whisker

    a very small amount or margin

    Example

    He won the race by a gnat's whisker.

  • have a gnat up one's nose

    to be irritable or annoyed for no apparent reason

    Example

    She's had a gnat up her nose all day and won't tell us why.

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Summary: gnat in Brief

A 'gnat' [nat] is a small, two-winged fly that resembles a mosquito. They are often found in swarms and can be a nuisance to humans. The phrase 'strain at a gnat and swallow a camel' means to focus on small details while ignoring larger issues.