bestrew

as in to spray
to cover by or as if by scattering something over or on the flower girl delightedly bestrewed the aisle with rose petals

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Recent Examples of bestrew Home to more than 230 species of plants and a balanced assortment of insects—bees prominent among them—the garden is bestrewn with colorful placards educating summer strollers as to the wonders of pollination and the tiny creatures responsible. Ryan P. Smith, Smithsonian, 17 May 2018 Why, Daedalus wondered, are the world’s cities bestrewed with graffiti even though scientists, years ago, had perfected the porcelain enamel surfaces that make self-cleaning ovens possible? Sam Roberts, New York Times, 30 July 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bestrew
Verb
  • Leaving the liner hanging on the shower rod and curtain rings, spray the solution generously all over the shower curtain liner.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Villareal personally sprayed 158 helmets, sometimes spending upward of 15 hours a day working to get the BSU gear ready on time.
    Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Drizzle caramel over pistachios, sprinkle with salt, and set aside to cool.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025
  • The clinical nature of the autopsy report is stark against the remnants of Pauline’s humanity, sprinkled throughout the 11 pages.
    Kirsten Fiscus, The Tennessean, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • As Emmy celebrations peppered the town on Saturday night, a starkly differently occasion left attendees shaken, tearful and reminded of the immersive power of cinema.
    Stacey Wilson Hunt, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2025
  • Whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
    Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • While there is no ocean view, the rolling hills dotted with flora are beautiful.
    Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Along Spain’s northern coast lies a path dotted with small villages and undisturbed landscapes.
    Hayley Domin, AFAR Media, 10 Sep. 2025

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“Bestrew.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bestrew. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.

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