1
as in dispersion
an act or process in which something scatters or is scattered
the scattering of the protesters suddenly turned violent and chaotic
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2
as in handful
a small number
a scattering of people in the mostly empty theater
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1
as in dispersing
to cause (members of a group) to move widely apart
the noise of the backfiring car scattered the pigeons
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2
as in spraying
to cover by or as if by scattering something over or on
the hillside was scattered with boulders deposited by the last ice age
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as in dissipating
to go off in different directions and cease to exist as a body or unified whole
these drunken revelers will quickly scatter when the police arrive
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Recent Examples of scattering
Samuel Badman, The Conversation, 6 Oct. 2025
In part, that was due to breakdowns in protection that often sent Nix scattering before routes had a chance to develop.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 24 Sep. 2025
Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
The spectroscopic observations have shown that gravitational tidal forces from the white dwarf have torn it apart, scattering debris from the planetary body onto the surface of the white dwarf.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 24 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Light scattering is the same process that makes the sky blue on Earth.
—Samuel Badman, The Conversation, 6 Oct. 2025
In part, that was due to breakdowns in protection that often sent Nix scattering before routes had a chance to develop.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
The group gathered at Sures’ home and vandalized it, leaving red handprints and caution tape on his garage door and scattering pamphlets on his front lawn.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
The spectroscopic observations have shown that gravitational tidal forces from the white dwarf have torn it apart, scattering debris from the planetary body onto the surface of the white dwarf.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scattering
Noun
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Though there were only two votes against the October cut, public statements from multiple officials have indicated a wide dispersion of opinion among officials.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
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For now, the map provides visual data for understanding how the civilization moved and evolved, helping to identify routes for the dispersion of goods, the circulation of diseases or the spread of ideas, de Soto said.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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Musk could still collect more than $50 billion by hitting a handful of the more attainable goals laid out for him by the board in the new pay plan.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
11 Nov. 2025
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On Sunday, Senate Republicans and a handful of centrist Democrats agreed on a reopening plan.—
David Lightman,
Sacbee.com,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Brushing prevents matting, promotes a healthy coat by dispersing natural oils and removes dead hair.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
7 Nov. 2025
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The owners need to introduce a creative concept that will prove there’s a more equitable way of dispersing revenue among the players than the current system.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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In a Facebook post, officials said a security camera recorded the man spraying the dogs in their faces while they were secured in their yard.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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After spraying this before a braid takedown, my hair was visibly softer and easier to mange through tangles.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The system’s center is forecast to remain offshore of the Baja California Sur coast, dissipating by Saturday, according to the agency.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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On the forecast track, Priscilla is expected to remain offshore of the coast of Baja California Sur before dissipating.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Because the Planchón-Peteroa volcanic complex is remote, rugged and spans two countries, satellite imagery plays a vital role in monitoring volcanic activity, ash dispersal and potential impacts on air pollution, local communities and the environment.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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Declining bat populations could have real consequences for us, given the important role bats play in insect control, seed dispersal, and pollination.—
NPR,
NPR,
8 Nov. 2025
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The young couple welcomed their daughter via adoption this summer.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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The couple posted the news on Instagram Friday night.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Consider sprinkling stevia over your oatmeal.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
3 Nov. 2025
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For tougher stains, Stein suggests sprinkling baking soda over the area and then spraying it with a mixture of vinegar and water.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
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“Scattering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scattering. Accessed 2 Dec. 2025.
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