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as in patch
a small area that is different (as in color) from the main part
in summer the white coat of the snow leopard is studded with brownish black spots
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2
as in predicament
a difficult, puzzling, or embarrassing situation from which there is no easy escape
we're in a bit of a spot right now with our mortgage payments
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as in stain
a mark of guilt or disgrace
scandalous conduct that will forever be a spot upon the family name
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as in splash
a very small amount
had only a spot of stew for dinner, as he wasn't very hungry
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as in to sprinkle
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
to give the effect of sunlight on water, the artist spotted the lake in his painting with flecks of gold paint
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as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
I spotted both of them as they tried to sneak out the back door
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as in chance
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Recent Examples of spot
Jared Ranahan, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
Those developments come as new ways of investing in crypto have emerged this year, with the January launch of spot bitcoin ETFs, and more recently, the addition of bitcoin ETF options.
—Greg Iacurci,lorie Konish, CNBC, 26 Nov. 2024
Hunter Mulholland, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 July 2025
No list of the top retirement spots in Portugal would be complete without mention of the Algarve, Portugal's southernmost region.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2025
Clara McMahon, People.com, 25 July 2025
Milburn was arrested about 1:35 a.m. Wednesday in Solano County after CHP officers spotted the Chrysler on eastbound I-80 near Midway Road on the Vacaville-Dixon border.
—Harry Harris, Mercury News, 25 July 2025
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Noun
During the height of summer, the property’s sprawling beach offers ample opportunity to sunbathe, spot native birds, and enjoy a cocktail at Beach Bar, while Ocean Terrace is perfect for experiencing New England’s famous seafood scene.
—Jared Ranahan, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
Those developments come as new ways of investing in crypto have emerged this year, with the January launch of spot bitcoin ETFs, and more recently, the addition of bitcoin ETF options.
—Greg Iacurci,lorie Konish, CNBC, 26 Nov. 2024
Verb
After defeating the Padres Thursday night, the Cardinals inched closer and are now 2 1/2 games back for the final wild card spot.
—Hunter Mulholland, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 July 2025
No list of the top retirement spots in Portugal would be complete without mention of the Algarve, Portugal's southernmost region.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2025
Adjective
The 58-year-old actress was recently spotted wearing straight-leg jeans on an outing in Brentwood, California.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 25 July 2025
Milburn was arrested about 1:35 a.m. Wednesday in Solano County after CHP officers spotted the Chrysler on eastbound I-80 near Midway Road on the Vacaville-Dixon border.
—Harry Harris, Mercury News, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spot
Noun
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The company has released patches for SharePoint Server 2016, SharePoint Server 2019 and SharePoint Subscription Edition.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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However, the rash may be uncharacteristic and appear as a solid red patch.—
Matthew Binnicker,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Details of their past life emerge in fragments, with flashbacks to a life destroyed by armed conflict, and a sudden, heartbreaking unveiling of their true predicament in the final minutes of the film.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
4 Aug. 2025
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That is a predicament that may force team chairperson Jim Crane to give the green light to some major moves at the July 31 trade deadline.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
Noun
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From old stains to unpleasant smells, these quirks are worth fixing on your secondhand and heirloom finds.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
2 Aug. 2025
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Tide-To-Go, a pen that removes stains from fabrics, is also good for quick clean-ups, as is WD-40.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Families love the waterfront splash pad, playground, and great lawn where kids can run around to their heart’s content.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
31 July 2025
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Their biggest splash was trading for wide receiver Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
Noun
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These tools automatically calculate the correct tax rates based on the customer’s location and the product being sold, reducing the chances of human error. 2.—
Gary Galstyan,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Here’s a look at the shuttered retailers whose former locations are being revived by Spirit Halloween this season.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Swap the bananas for berries or apple slices and sprinkle with cinnamon for a flavor change.—
Morgan Pearson,
Verywell Health,
25 July 2025
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Sherbrooke is easily walkable with microbreweries, art museums and galleries, and vintage shops sprinkling the downtown core, and, of course, excellent poutine that rivals Montreal and Quebec City.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
Verb
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In Sunday’s victory against the Blue Jays, the Tigers noticed something off with Meadows both on the field and in the bases.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
29 July 2025
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Some people notice soft, fine hair regrowing on the affected areas initially, which thickens and darkens over time.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
29 July 2025
Verb
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The best way to control brown recluse and any spider infestation is through a pest management company, which can access wall voids to spray and kill female spiders.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
1 Aug. 2025
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Be sure to spray all surfaces, including leaves, crevices, and stems, for good coverage because these are contact insecticides that must coat the insect thoroughly in order to be effective.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
31 July 2025
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“Spot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spot. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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