spree

noun

: an unrestrained indulgence in or outburst of an activity
a buying spree
also : a drunken revel : binge

Examples of spree in a Sentence

went on a spending spree
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Zuckerberg’s poaching spree is just the high-stakes version of a much older human truth: transformation is easier to imagine when someone close has already blazed the trail. Ellen Choi, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025 The film sees Steamboat Willie’s first mate, Minnie, go on a killing spree when seeking revenge against the childhood bullies who tortured her as a teenager. Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 30 June 2025 The project follows efforts from fellow emirate Dubai to transform its city into a walkable one, while nearby Saudi Arabia is even more ambitious with its incredible building spree, including the JEC Tower and the Line. New Atlas, 24 June 2025 At the time of Friday’s crime spree, Hill was wanted by the Minnesota Department of Corrections for absconding from his supervised release, according to the complaint. Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for spree

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of spree was in 1804

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“Spree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spree. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

spree

noun
: an outburst of activity
a buying spree

Geographical Definition

Spree

geographical name

ˈshprā How to pronounce Spree (audio)
ˈsprā
river 247 miles (397 kilometers) long in eastern Germany flowing north into the Havel River

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