SPILLS Synonyms: 94 Similar and Opposite Words

spills 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of spill

as in reveals

to make known (as information previously kept secret) the actor's butler spilled the secret to a tabloid for $40,000

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spills

2 of 2

noun

plural of spill

as in falls

the act of going down from an upright position suddenly and involuntarily she tripped over the toy and had a nasty spill on the stairs

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Recent Examples of spills

Verb

The city feels theatrical and alive, with open-air theaters, cinemas, and a vibrant arts scene that spills into its streets. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026 An easy filler that spills romantically over pathways, pollinator-friendly calamint blooms in a cloud of white from midsummer until the first hard frost. — Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 21 Aug. 2026 Take Coco’s, the Mediterranean restaurant that spills into a small courtyard. — Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2026 So, when Obama leaves the room for a moment, David takes the opportunity to sneak a sip and accidentally spills the orange drink all over the president’s suit jacket, which was resting on a chair. — Mike Miller, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Aug. 2026 Seal granite to enhance stain resistance, blot spills immediately, and use coasters, trivets, and mats to prevent damage. — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026 Dip into the infinity-style Aqua Pool that seemingly spills right into the Mediterranean. — Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 Inside, sunlight spills onto the tables where embroiderers sit, their needles dancing in near silence across stretches of fabric. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 30 July 2026 Amanoi isn’t new, but this nearly perfect coastal hotel spills down the side of a mountain in a remote national park in Vietnam and continues to stun at every turn. — Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 23 July 2026

Noun

Notable Mounds of garbage, potholed roads and sewage spills have pushed some voters to abandon their loyalty to the ANC, writes journalist Evaton West for AFP. — Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 24 Aug. 2026 Although the brackish estuary’s health is improving somewhat — particularly in the Mosquito Lagoon — the entire system remains impaired by pollution, including from septic tanks and wastewater spills. — Molly Duerig, Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2026 Other sources include fibers shed when washing synthetic clothing, worn tire particles in storm runoff and spills of industrial plastic pellets known as nurdles. — Michael Hawthorne, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026 Instead, Varela suggests using a mild degreaser or soapy water to wipe spills after every use. — Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 21 Aug. 2026 How To Keep Oven Racks Clean Longer Clean up spills and spatters after cooking a messy or greasy dish. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 2026 From automotive grease stains to juice spills on the carpet, makeup stains, pet stains, or even as a laundry pre-spotter, Stingray Spot Remover gets the job done. — ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026 Fussy fabrics and finishes have no place in a room with the potential for spills and splatters at any time. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 17 Aug. 2026 Its dual neodymium drivers and exclusive BassUp technology deliver 12 watts of punchy audio with zero distortion at high volumes, while an IPX7 waterproof rating safeguards against rain and spills. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 14 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for spills

Verb

Powers tells us how Tehran, Under the Skin, a world premiere documentary directed by Afsaneh Salari, reveals a fascinating reality about contemporary Iranian society.

— Matthew Carey, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026
Surrogacy agreements can include provisions addressing what happens if prenatal testing reveals a serious fetal abnormality, but those provisions do not necessarily give intended parents the power to force a surrogate to terminate a pregnancy.

— Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of reveals

Noun

That’s partly because poor balance often leads to falls, which, for older adults, can initiate a domino effect of physical and mental decline.

— Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
Those who keep it are less likely to experience falls, have better heart health, and are generally more likely to live longer, healthier lives.

— Mike McRae August 24, New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of falls

Verb

Then, in late May 1986, Kontras, whose tall, athletic build discloses a lifelong dedication to good health, noticed a swelling on the left side of his back that was numb to the touch.

— Jeff Murray, Outdoor Life, 20 Aug. 2026
The filing discloses no significant catastrophe losses in the first half of 2026, meaning the Geico deterioration is purely operational rather than weather-driven.

— Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of discloses

Noun

Compounding those stumbles have been frequent defensive breakdowns.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
In the June 27 debate, put on by CNN, the then-president delivered a halting performance with a raspy voice, struggling with multiple stumbles and lost trains of thought.

— Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of stumbles

Verb

But on an ordinary mission, Hawks discovers a bizarre magic plague, a secret plan hatched by the Separatist army, and a contract with Republic intelligence to take on jobs the army can’t do.

— Hayes Madsen, Space.com, 26 Aug. 2026
The most tender moments come later when Kevin discovers the reason why Coyote wanted his day in court.

— Randy Myers, Mercury News, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of discovers

Noun

Moments before a winner was declared, Eckert concluded her reign with two accidental tumbles on stage, prompting a standing ovation from the crowd.

— Morgan Evans, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
This highly competent, obsessive duo tumbles into a self-destructive cat-and-mouse dynamic — but who’s the cat and who’s the mouse?

— Sara Netzley, Entertainment Weekly, 2 July 2026

Definition of tumbles

Verb

Despite Bret’s passionate insistence that his classmate is a serial killer, Croft tells him Robert is a good kid from a good family and sends him back to class.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2026
The limited series tells the story of two sisters who go on the run after an act of vengeance goes wrong.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of tells

Verb

In the film, Kylie uncovers her own magical powers and dark family secrets, pulling the next generation of the Owens family into a new supernatural crisis.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026
In the process, Ashley Duong uncovers painful memories that her father kept from her and his family until they were revealed in his 2024 memoir.

— Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026