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as in to sprinkle
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
spilled flour peppered the kitchen floor
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Recent Examples of pepper
The host Colombia was peppering the Bolivia goalkeeper Carlos Lampe with shots on goal from early on.
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Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Familiar names pepper the script, but characters’ circumstances, identities, and motivations have been significantly altered.
—Graham Hillard, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has peppered his reelection campaign with AI photos and videos criticizing his opponents, in some of the first indications of how the technology will be integrated into politics.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 5 Sep. 2025
While dazzling bits of Hollywood glamour are peppered throughout, at its core, this is a family home that lends itself to a relaxed lifestyle jampacked with friends and pets.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
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Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Familiar names pepper the script, but characters’ circumstances, identities, and motivations have been significantly altered.
—Graham Hillard, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has peppered his reelection campaign with AI photos and videos criticizing his opponents, in some of the first indications of how the technology will be integrated into politics.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 5 Sep. 2025
While dazzling bits of Hollywood glamour are peppered throughout, at its core, this is a family home that lends itself to a relaxed lifestyle jampacked with friends and pets.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pepper
Verb
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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
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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
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Drizzle caramel over pistachios, sprinkle with salt, and set aside to cool.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Sep. 2025
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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
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While there is no ocean view, the rolling hills dotted with flora are beautiful.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
11 Sep. 2025
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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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“Pepper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pepper. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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