1
as in possessed
to cast a spell on
it was as if he had spelled the public into believing his ridiculous claims
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as in meant
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind
that summertime combination of hot temperatures and equally hot tempers can spell trouble
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Recent Examples of spelled
Early in the reign of social media, Messing said, there was much fearmongering about how these digital platforms spelled the death of reading.
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Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
Wallstedt stopped 10 of 11 Ducks shots in the first period, then came out for the second wearing a jersey with his name spelled correctly and shut out Anaheim in the middle frame.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 15 Apr. 2026
Also spelled Vaisakhi, it is traditionally observed on the first day of the month of Vaishakha in the Hindu solar calendar, which falls in April on the Gregorian calendar.
—Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Apr. 2026
It can also be spelled in a variety of ways, including Elliott.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 10 Apr. 2026
Terms like gaman—spelled with the kanji 我 (ego, I, selfish, our, oneself) and 慢 (ridicule, laziness)—are proof of this, as are the kigo terms that describe the emotions of the changing seasons, like kachōfūgetsu—composed of the kanji 花 (flower), 鳥 (bird), 風 (wind), and月(moon).
—Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 9 Apr. 2026
Not familiar with peri peri chicken (often spelled piri piri)?
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2026
White, who spelled Elissa Ferguson at the half, had one save in the shootout that was pivotal.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
The de-facto Saudi leader even spelled it out eight years ago.
—Leila Gharagozlou, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
Wallstedt stopped 10 of 11 Ducks shots in the first period, then came out for the second wearing a jersey with his name spelled correctly and shut out Anaheim in the middle frame.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 15 Apr. 2026
Also spelled Vaisakhi, it is traditionally observed on the first day of the month of Vaishakha in the Hindu solar calendar, which falls in April on the Gregorian calendar.
—Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Apr. 2026
It can also be spelled in a variety of ways, including Elliott.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 10 Apr. 2026
Terms like gaman—spelled with the kanji 我 (ego, I, selfish, our, oneself) and 慢 (ridicule, laziness)—are proof of this, as are the kigo terms that describe the emotions of the changing seasons, like kachōfūgetsu—composed of the kanji 花 (flower), 鳥 (bird), 風 (wind), and月(moon).
—Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 9 Apr. 2026
Not familiar with peri peri chicken (often spelled piri piri)?
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2026
White, who spelled Elissa Ferguson at the half, had one save in the shootout that was pivotal.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
The de-facto Saudi leader even spelled it out eight years ago.
—Leila Gharagozlou, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spelled
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As the architect of this operational machine, Cook possessed the unique authority and insight required to overhaul it.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
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He’s almost possessed by the task at hand, exuding laser-like vision on what’s staring directly at the Hornets.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Apr. 2026
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Parker Posey isn’t meant to live an uncomfortable life.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2026
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This isn’t meant to create an issue where there isn’t one.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
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Eberechi Eze hit the post moments later after some dazzling footwork, before Erling Haaland struck the decisive goal for City five minutes later.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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He was struck by the team’s new facilities and the leadership in the organization.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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Experts speculated that recalls of pandas in the United States and the United Kingdom signified the end of panda diplomacy.—
Chinatsu Tsuji,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
31 Mar. 2026
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When Italian luxury group Moncler selected IconSiam for its first shopping mall debut in Thailand, the decision signified a destination that aligns global luxury with cultural relevance, as brands prioritize openings in the right locations over rapid expansion.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
25 Mar. 2026
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Based on the 1995 novel by Alice Hoffman, Practical Magic follows the witchy women of the Owens’ family, whose heartbroken ancestor cursed their bloodline so that any man who falls in love with an Owens woman dies a tragic death.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
22 Apr. 2026
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Gray is a very smart actor and wholly credible as a woman swimming in the amoral landscape of big tech, cursed by having eyes wide open.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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From the restaurant servers to the concierges, everyone had a distinctive wardrobe that denoted their role in the Waldorf universe.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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About 100 feet away, a metal post denoted the park’s boundary.—
Alex Wigglesworth,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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Everyone was enchanted by the idea of Nicole as a pro wrestler.—
Seija Rankin,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2026
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Irvi was enchanted and unnerved by Oaxaca’s clear blue skies, unmarred by skyscrapers.—
Caitlin Dickerson,
The Atlantic,
3 Mar. 2026
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Apple implied that the 65 year-old Cook would continue serving as the company's de-facto ambassador to politicians in his new role.—
Steve Kopack,
NBC news,
20 Apr. 2026
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The statement implied that Hezbollah may resume its rocket attacks if Israel continues to target it and remains in southern Lebanon.—
Abby Sewell,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Spelled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spelled. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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