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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
Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 17 Mar. 2026
From eight wins and a Las Vegas Bowl appearance to 11 victories and a spot in the CFP in Year 2, the expectations keep growing for the Aggies' head coach.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
Marci Robin, Allure, 18 Mar. 2026
Officers conducting homeless outreach spotted Phillips and took him into custody without incident.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 18 Mar. 2026
Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
Their speed allows organizations to uncover strategic insights, spot emerging market changes, prevent fraud and predict maintenance needs.
—Steve Durbin, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Noun
With Detroit’s win over Calgary, the B’s dropped back to the second wild-card spot.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 17 Mar. 2026
From eight wins and a Las Vegas Bowl appearance to 11 victories and a spot in the CFP in Year 2, the expectations keep growing for the Aggies' head coach.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
Verb
This look was often seen on Bessette-Kennedy when she was spotted in public, sometimes with her hair up like Grande's or left loose.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 18 Mar. 2026
Officers conducting homeless outreach spotted Phillips and took him into custody without incident.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
But Yankees fans will have to hope that Weaver's assessment is spot on as the team desperately needs another reliable bullpen performer.
—Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
Their speed allows organizations to uncover strategic insights, spot emerging market changes, prevent fraud and predict maintenance needs.
—Steve Durbin, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spot
Noun
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The cooling hydrogel patches are infused with peptides and collagen to soften the look of fine lines while giving tired undereyes a quick hit of hydration.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
21 Mar. 2026
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The experience concludes with desserts including carrot patch dream cake and a cocoa cherry bunny, with optional additions like caviar service and oysters on the half-shell available for an extra indulgent touch.—
Imelda García,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This is the current predicament of Pahlavi, whose royal charisma has never been more on the line.—
Azadeh Moaveni,
New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2026
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One thing the two men could agree on was that this whole predicament was Jimmy Buffett’s fault.—
Jack Crosbie,
Rolling Stone,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Dyson’s powerful motor sucks up everything from dirt and dust to spills and stains on carpet, tile, and hardwood flooring using a smart sensor to indicate dirt levels.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
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Officers also reportedly saw blood stains on Soto’s shoes, jacket, and shirt.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The design here avoids ski-lodge clichés but maintains splendid common areas, including a cozy library and a grand lobby decorated with stone and wood finishes and splashes of rich red and orange hues.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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Lime and simple syrup echoed the satisfying push and pull of a proper Gimlet, and a splash of homemade ginger beer gave a spice that lingers on the palate, a compelling closing argument for cocktails with fresh ingredients.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
21 Mar. 2026
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The Boardwalk is also generating fresh buzz thanks to the popular soul-food restaurant Sol’Delish, which opened its second University City location last September.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2026
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There’s a spaciousness to the rooms that is very hard to find in such a central London location, with a contemporary East-meets-West aesthetic.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Scatter 1–2 jalapeños, thinly sliced, over shrimp, then sprinkle 2 Tbsp.—
Hana Asbrink,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Mar. 2026
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Scatter remaining strawberries on top of batter and sprinkle with demerara sugar.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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James turned forty-one at the end of that month, an age at which many people start to notice the normal degeneration of their tendons and joints.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2026
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In 2024, the Rowes noticed a significant change in Ralph's behavior.—
Will Croxton,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In this approach, the team sprayed down a layer of chitin, followed by a layer of cellulose.—
J. Carson Meredith,
The Conversation,
17 Mar. 2026
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Students use water guns to catch each other by surprise and spray each other .—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Spot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spot. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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