1
as in patch
a small area that is different (as in color) from the main part
in summer the white coat of the snow leopard is studded with brownish black spots
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2
as in predicament
a difficult, puzzling, or embarrassing situation from which there is no easy escape
we're in a bit of a spot right now with our mortgage payments
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as in stain
a mark of guilt or disgrace
scandalous conduct that will forever be a spot upon the family name
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as in splash
a very small amount
had only a spot of stew for dinner, as he wasn't very hungry
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as in to sprinkle
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
to give the effect of sunlight on water, the artist spotted the lake in his painting with flecks of gold paint
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as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
I spotted both of them as they tried to sneak out the back door
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as in chance
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Recent Examples of spot
Ben Travers, IndieWire, 19 June 2025
It can be found at No. 22 on the Official Singles Downloads chart and one spot beneath that on the Official Singles Sales list.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 19 June 2025
He’s often spotted cycling to the office in Chicago, and drives a Volvo SUV instead of the higher-end luxury vehicles preferred by other billionaires.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 19 June 2025
Greg Iacurci,lorie Konish, CNBC, 26 Nov. 2024
With spot bitcoin ETFs now accounting for more than $100 billion in assets, bitcoin is now about 1% of the assets under management of the entire ETF universe.
—Bob Pisani, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Turns out the deceased were working for Cane Buckley (Jake Weary), the heir apparent to the Buckley family fishing operation who’s been prematurely elevated to the top spot while his father, Harlan (Holt McCallany), recovers from his second heart attack.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 19 June 2025
It can be found at No. 22 on the Official Singles Downloads chart and one spot beneath that on the Official Singles Sales list.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
Verb
Gwyneth Paltrow, the empress of Goop, was recently spotted wearing one.
—Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 19 June 2025
He’s often spotted cycling to the office in Chicago, and drives a Volvo SUV instead of the higher-end luxury vehicles preferred by other billionaires.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 19 June 2025
Adjective
Those developments come as new ways of investing in crypto have emerged this year, with the January launch of spot bitcoin ETFs, and more recently, the addition of bitcoin ETF options.
—Greg Iacurci,lorie Konish, CNBC, 26 Nov. 2024
With spot bitcoin ETFs now accounting for more than $100 billion in assets, bitcoin is now about 1% of the assets under management of the entire ETF universe.
—Bob Pisani, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spot
Noun
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Examples can be seen as small red patches all across this view of Chamaeleon I. The most recent census of Chamaeleon I, by Penn State University astronomer Kevin Luhman in 2017, found about 50 new stars and brown dwarfs, bringing the total population of Chamaeleon I up to 226 members.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
16 June 2025
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On a branch in a patch of sunlight, the owl landed and stared at us with big, bright, curious yellow eyes.—
The New York Times,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 June 2025
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Two years ago, when Villa were in a similar predicament, the sale of Martinez was discussed as a last resort before the club decided to move on talented youngsters to balance the books instead.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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But this latest landslide win creates a predicament for the Philippines, as the mayor-elect is thousands of miles away behind bars awaiting trial on charges of crimes against humanity.—
Kathleen Magramo,
CNN Money,
17 May 2025
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Most food stains can be cleaned with dish detergent and water.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
14 June 2025
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Unfortunately, both alcohol and peroxide can irritate gums and cause gum sensitivity—this formulation uses a combination of natural enzymes and gentle oxidizers to lift surface stains on the teeth and prevent new ones from forming.—
Daley Quinn,
Glamour,
11 June 2025
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In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, and triple sec with a splash of jalapeño simple syrup.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 June 2025
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Blend frozen watermelon with a splash of lime juice to make watermelon slushies.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
11 June 2025
Noun
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One of those formerly secret locations, Natanz, housed centrifuges for enriching uranium, which could be used in civilian nuclear reactors or enriched further for weapons.—
Jeffrey Fields,
The Conversation,
18 June 2025
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As for the location, also inspired by Hunter’s upbringing in the Valley, Oyelowo could also relate: He’s lived in places like Studio City, Sherman Oaks and Tarzana for nearly 20 years.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
18 June 2025
Verb
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Allow cookies to cool completely before sprinkling powdered sugar on the walnut cookies.—
Lillian Ali,
Smithsonian Magazine,
17 June 2025
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Head to nearby Portland to experience these peppers in a more traditional way, sprinkled over one of the USA’s 50 Top Pizzas at Ken’s Artisan.—
Elena Valeriote,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
Verb
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Nineteenth-century Americans did not simply notice hair’s unusual properties.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2025
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La Rue claims Leto was observing her so intensely that her mother noticed.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2025
Verb
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Any proposals that recommend routine insecticide spraying of your trees and shrubs should be questioned.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2025
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Hammerhead worms can also be sprayed with a combination of citrus oil (like orange essence) and vinegar, the Texas Invasive Species Institute states.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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“Spot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spot. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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