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
  • The latest launch in the beloved Soft Glam fam comes in eight buttery (no really, there's shea butter in the formula), buildable shades that have a diffused finish.
    Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
  • Think of a full menu of chocolate-peanut buttery goodness, including a Butterfinger Brownie, Butterfinger Cookie, and Butterfinger Rice Crispy Treats that would all pair perfectly with a Butterfinger Flavored Hot Cappuccino.
    Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 29 May 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
  • Today, the pantry houses snacks, nonperishables, appliances, cleaning supplies, the couple’s collection of East Fork pottery, and, of course, an essential coffee station.
    Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
  • Perfect to keep stocked in the pantry to serve with coffee or tea when guests pop by.
    Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
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“Spence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spence. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.

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