as in explains
to make plain or understandable
the dating applicant spelled out exactly what she wanted in a man
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Recent Examples of spells out
The script, by Tipping, Zack Akers, and Skip Bronkie, spells out the movie’s aims in big, cheerleading letters.
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Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 19 Sep. 2025
When full, its unique design spells out a cheeky potty word.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Under the new rules, buyers are required to sign a buyer representation agreement that spells out the fee structure and services before touring homes.
—Mike Winters, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025
The Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act spells out basic standards and requirements.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 12 Aug. 2025
This far more limited service spells out the company’s strategy, current finances and financial projections.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Aug. 2025
Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 19 Sep. 2025
When full, its unique design spells out a cheeky potty word.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Under the new rules, buyers are required to sign a buyer representation agreement that spells out the fee structure and services before touring homes.
—Mike Winters, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025
The Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act spells out basic standards and requirements.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 12 Aug. 2025
This far more limited service spells out the company’s strategy, current finances and financial projections.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spells out
Verb
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The source explains that Meghan still has a level of mistrust towards the firm.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
27 Sep. 2025
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As Lee explains further, his team tested several mixtures before finding the right one.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Sep. 2025
Verb
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But the starkness of difference in the reactions illustrates just how much has changed.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Sep. 2025
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One New Kingdom papyrus illustrates a curious case of power being projected along the river through sheer brinkmanship.—
Vanessa Taylor,
Big Think,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Continue reading … BACKTRACKING – Actress clarifies remarks after backlash over comments on Charlie Kirk's assassination.—
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FOXNews.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Fazekas clarifies the team didn't have to completely rewrite the scripts.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Yet another said to avoid the influenza vaccine in a patient with an egg allergy, although the data demonstrates that vaccination would be safe.—
Alexis Kayser,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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More than anything, this program demonstrates that officers are present, responsive, preventative and active, Lucas said.—
Dominick Williams,
Kansas City Star,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Spells out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spells%20out. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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