spence

Definition of spencenext
chiefly British dialect

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for spence
Noun
  • Carpet Beetles 101 Commonly referred to as dermestids, larder beetles, or skin beetles, carpet beetles feed on a variety of dry plant and animal matter.
    Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026
  • When the flow of gas to the accretion disk is slowed, and the black hole's larder is not restocked, the AGN's brightness lowers.
    Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • This buttery, spicy dish has a dash of sweetness that'll tame the buzz on your tongue.
    Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
  • Lightly toasted, the bread is perfectly crunchy and warm, with a rich, buttery aroma and flavor reminiscent of a favorite neighborhood diner.
    Isidoro Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The Coast Guard's Terrel Horne interdicted a 25-foot cuddy cabin boat containing 18 Mexican nationals on board.
    Robert McGreevy, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Saturday when the ship encountered a cuddy-cabin vessel moving at a high rate of speed, according to the Coast Guard.
    City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • This dreamy dessert stars just a few pantry staples.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026
  • That includes homeless shelters, food pantries, group homes for those with developmental disabilities and substance abuse treatment centers, among others.
    Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 2 May 2026
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“Spence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spence. Accessed 6 May. 2026.

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