spell out
verb
spelled out; spelling out; spells out
1
: to make plain
spelled out the orders in detail
2
: to write or print in letters and in full
numbers are to be spelled out
Examples of spell out in a Sentence
the dating applicant spelled out exactly what she wanted in a man
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The money will go toward new athletic fields, trails, and other amenities spelled out in the $170 million plan.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2026
While the board did not spell out those conditions, the update comes as fuel price concerns have intensified in recent months due to global oil supply disruptions related to the Iran War.
—Chaewon Chung
april 15, Sacbee.com, 15 Apr. 2026
The subpoena authority is spelled out in both the Boston City Charter and City Council rules.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 15 Apr. 2026
The theme paid homage to the popular video game, and the party featured giant video screens where partygoers could try their hand at being the last one standing, as well as a light-up dance floor, custom apparel and a giant sign spelling out Mason's name.
—Jen Juneau, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2026
While the board did not spell out those conditions, the update comes as fuel price concerns have intensified in recent months due to global oil supply disruptions related to the Iran War.
—Chaewon Chung
april 15, Sacbee.com, 15 Apr. 2026
The subpoena authority is spelled out in both the Boston City Charter and City Council rules.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 15 Apr. 2026
The theme paid homage to the popular video game, and the party featured giant video screens where partygoers could try their hand at being the last one standing, as well as a light-up dance floor, custom apparel and a giant sign spelling out Mason's name.
—Jen Juneau, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
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“Spell out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spell%20out. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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