besmearing

present participle of besmear

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for besmearing
Verb
  • 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
Verb
  • Guard members have also been tasked with beautification efforts, like collecting trash, spreading mulch and painting fences.
    Juliana Kim, NPR, 10 Oct. 2025
  • 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
Verb
  • 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
  • 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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