as in sprinkling
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
ink from a leaking pen had badly splotched his shirt pocket
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TikTok creators and influencers have been filming themselves pouring honey onto a spoon, or even on the back of their hand, and sprinkling it with salt — many opting for natural options of both — and taking a dose before heading to the gym.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
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Common methods to combat the odor included washing the shoes and drying them in the sun; using spray deodorant; or sprinkling the shoes with an antibacterial powder.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
18 Sep. 2025
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Clean Mirrors If there are fingerprints and toothpaste remnants dotting your mirror, grab a Swiffer, glass cleaner, and a microfiber cloth.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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Tweens and teens not angling for a spin around the ice skating rink can hit The Hawk’s Nest, a new club with arcade games, a light-up dance floor, and non-alcoholic beverages, while the adults pick between the many bars, restaurants, and fire pits dotting the village.—
Grace Bastidas,
Parents,
29 Sep. 2025
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Foods like tomato sauce and chocolate can cause staining if they aren't wiped up right away.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
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It’s made with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and vitamin E, and it can even be paired with your favorite lip balm or gloss — without staining the applicator — for an extra boost of moisture.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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What’s the most common error men make when dyeing their hair or beards?—
The Editors,
Robb Report,
4 Oct. 2025
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And then manically dyeing my hair pink at the same time.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
23 Aug. 2025
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Celebrity spotting at the football has become a pastime in itself.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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After spotting her, the deputy started to run.—
Abigail Adams,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Splotching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splotching. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.
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