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as in to weave
to scatter or set here and there among other things
for variety, intersperse some photos among the other decorations on the wall
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as in to insert
to put among or between others
intersperses some fascinating factoids about wine between his profiles of the nation's leading wineries
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Recent Examples of intersperse
The Oscar-winning Mexican filmmaker Alejandro González Iñárritu guides me from a pitch-black hallway into an open space, where beams of light and smoke, interspersed with sounds from the streets of Mexico City, create a vortex into a unique cinematic experience.
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Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
In sequences interspersed in the film, Bean and Rozos converse in a kind of fort-like structure erected in a room.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 20 Feb. 2026
These speeches are interspersed throughout the show, between the other categories — like Commercial, Sports, Documentary Film, etc.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 8 Feb. 2026
The opposite wall of the store features long shelves with Glassman’s collection of vintage glass, decorative dishes and bowls, interspersed with new merchandise.
—Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 4 Feb. 2026
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Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
In sequences interspersed in the film, Bean and Rozos converse in a kind of fort-like structure erected in a room.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 20 Feb. 2026
These speeches are interspersed throughout the show, between the other categories — like Commercial, Sports, Documentary Film, etc.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 8 Feb. 2026
The opposite wall of the store features long shelves with Glassman’s collection of vintage glass, decorative dishes and bowls, interspersed with new merchandise.
—Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 4 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intersperse
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The story weaves between 14th-century Italy and modern-day, exploring themes of love, divinity, and obsession.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
6 Mar. 2026
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We were passed by four out-of-control Harley bikers going 80-90 mph, weaving in and out of steadily moving traffic, while illegally passing cars on the right shoulder for miles.—
Ticked Off,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026
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He was lifted from the game without recording an out, only to get re-inserted in the second inning to complete two scoreless innings.—
Jack Vita,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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The change added a room where prisoners are to be examined and prepped for either a standard peripheral IV, or a central line — a more invasive procedure that inserts into the internal jugular in the neck, a femoral vein in the upper thigh or a subclavian vein in the chest.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Mar. 2026
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Maintaining low loss becomes critical when combining many lasers.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
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North Korea’s often-wild rhetoric, combined with nuclear weapons development, adds further international frictions.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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These age prediction tools, introduced at the start of 2026, use factors such as the length of time an account has been active and its usage patterns to determine the authentic age of the user.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
7 Mar. 2026
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To complement the sweet heat flavors of the new sandwich, the beloved chicken chain is also introducing a full line of four Strawberry Hibiscus flavored beverages.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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Learning about dinosaurs feels like science mixed with fantasy.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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In another shallow bowl, mix the quinoa, salt, pepper, paprika and avocado oil.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Further changes see Hendrik McDermott expand his remit leading Europe, Middle East and Africa Networks & DTC and reality streamer Hayu, which reaches its tenth anniversary this month, – to incorporate all international DTC operations as Managing Director, International DTC & EMEA, Canada.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
10 Mar. 2026
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The ground-floor space will serve both hot and cold tasting menus, along with a la carte items that incorporate seasonal North Carolina ingredients.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Mar. 2026
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Chocolate Frosting For chocolate frosting, in a medium saucepan heat salted butter and unsweetened chocolate, cut up, over low until melted.—
Maddy Bendgen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Mar. 2026
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Plantain chips, served with a spicy aji amarillo dipping sauce, and salted edamame beans set the tone of the signature tasting menu.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
12 Mar. 2026
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Unless someone else is willing to help offset those costs, that’s a tricky needle to thread for a 35-year-old forward.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
5 Mar. 2026
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The partnership was celebrated Tuesday night as Nu Stadium came alive, illuminated with a pink heartbeat representing Inter Miami, threaded with purple veins symbolizing Nu.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Intersperse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intersperse. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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