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
Aaron Judge, the annual MVP candidate, is injured and typically that has spelled doom for the Yankees.
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David Troy Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
While these details matter, merely writing a person’s name as spelled is not an accomplishment; getting the pronunciation right should be the goal.
—Rev. José Rodriguez, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
Well, in my defense, it could be spelled ROASE.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
For many, the word holds a different meaning when spelled as one word or two.
—Sarah Mupo, STAT, 9 June 2026
Ho’s family is from Toisan, alternatively spelled as Taishan or Hoisan.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
That previous version also incorrectly spelled Todd Swenson’s last name as Swensen.
—John Ruwitch, NPR, 3 June 2026
Any one of the disclosures about Platner, which include making jokes about masturbation, making antisemitic remarks, disparaging the military and blaming women for rape, would have spelled the end for another candidate.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 2 June 2026
Shrey Parikh correctly spelled these and more tricky terms to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee, which ended in a tense and record-breaking speed round.
—Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 29 May 2026
David Troy Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
While these details matter, merely writing a person’s name as spelled is not an accomplishment; getting the pronunciation right should be the goal.
—Rev. José Rodriguez, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
Well, in my defense, it could be spelled ROASE.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
For many, the word holds a different meaning when spelled as one word or two.
—Sarah Mupo, STAT, 9 June 2026
Ho’s family is from Toisan, alternatively spelled as Taishan or Hoisan.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
That previous version also incorrectly spelled Todd Swenson’s last name as Swensen.
—John Ruwitch, NPR, 3 June 2026
Any one of the disclosures about Platner, which include making jokes about masturbation, making antisemitic remarks, disparaging the military and blaming women for rape, would have spelled the end for another candidate.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 2 June 2026
Shrey Parikh correctly spelled these and more tricky terms to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee, which ended in a tense and record-breaking speed round.
—Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spelled
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If enacted, the legislation would allow nuclear weapons to be transported, supplied or possessed in Finland where the country’s military defense requires it.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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The Twins liked the skill set possessed by Clemens, a third-round draft pick in 2018 who’d been a Golden Spikes finalist at the University of Texas.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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DeSantis said last month that the detention facility was always meant to be temporary.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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The roads are gravel, remote, full of potholes, and arriving at the hotel meant making a river crossing at one point in time (a bridge has since been introduced).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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Balogun struck again just before halftime, extending the United States' lead and sending the crowd in Inglewood into a frenzy.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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According to charging documents, the two men began arguing before Harmon allegedly retrieved a tire iron from his vehicle and struck the victim three times in the head.—
Caroline Foreback,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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There were big moments for individuals Thursday night, including Dansby Swanson and Pete Crow-Armstrong, that could have signified turning points.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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Examples Slashdot was founded in 1997 and signified the early start for social news sites.—
Steve Paulussen,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
28 May 2026
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In his decade-long career, he’s often been heckled and cursed at by spectators during domestic matches.—
Kathleen Magramo,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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It also was alleged that the judge didn't properly supervise clerks and on one occasion yelled and cursed at staff.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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While there is no master list of PointSavers hotels or dates, they are clearly denoted in Marriott’s award night search results.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
6 May 2026
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California is not experiencing a uniform decline in violent crime as denoted in the California Crime Statistics 2026.—
Linh Tat,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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Every young child is enchanted by the beautiful colors of the rainbow.—
Sarah Kate Ellis,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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Throughout the set, lasers, strobes and flashes enchanted the audience, visuals dancing alongside the music.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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The title’s implied hi-jinks—Amish teens unleashing their suspenders and chugging BuzzBallz—belie the sound’s fragile electricity.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
15 June 2026
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That implied just 700 seats remained unsold — which clearly undersold the huge stretches of empty space.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
14 June 2026
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“Spelled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spelled. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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