as in smearing
to rub an oily or sticky substance over
besmeared the napkin with jelly
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Elsewhere, Mussolini’s goons beat to death a Catholic member of Parliament who refused to bend, the blood from his face and hands smearing the alley wall like stigmata.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025 -
After smearing Tylenol, the president's unscripted remarks quickly veered into an incoherent rant linking vaccines to autism as well.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
24 Sep. 2025
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Guard members have also been tasked with beautification efforts, like collecting trash, spreading mulch and painting fences.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
10 Oct. 2025
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Thousands of lakes and ponds are excellent for kayaking and canoeing, with the colored leaves reflected on the water’s surface painting a dreamy picture.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 Oct. 2025
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The set comes with three extra-virgin olive oils—one for sizzling, one for frying, and one for finishing—plus a sizzle spray for even coating.—
Jamie Fischer,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Oct. 2025
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Exposing them to broiler temperatures can cause warping, coating breakdown, and even safety hazards if the surface starts to flake.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Besmearing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/besmearing. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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