Synonyms of dust

Antonyms of dust

Collocations of dust

dust off
Frequency: 80 %

She dusted off the old book before reading it.

dust bunnies
Frequency: 70 %

She found dust bunnies under the bed during spring cleaning.

dust storm
Frequency: 65 %

The desert experienced a massive dust storm that covered everything in sight.

dust mask
Frequency: 60 %

He wore a dust mask while working in the construction site to protect his lungs.

dust particles
Frequency: 50 %

The air quality worsened due to the presence of dust particles in the atmosphere.

Idiomatic Expressions for dust

  • Phrase: gather dust
    Meaning: to remain unused or neglected for a long period of time
    Usage: His old books have been gathering dust on the shelf for years.