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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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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
Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 21 Mar. 2025
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
Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2025
The Padres still have a great chance of winning a wild-card playoff spot and advancing to the postseason.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Aug. 2025
Shelby Slade, AZCentral.com, 6 Aug. 2025
She was also spotted wearing the Manolo Blahnik Paterno leather sandals, which are thong sandals with a flared kitten heel, during her stop in Saint-Tropez in July amid her summer vacation throughout Europe.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 5 Aug. 2025
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Noun
By the end of 2024, investors could trade options on spot Bitcoin ETFs from BlackRock, Fidelity, and ARK Invest.
—Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 21 Mar. 2025
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
Verb
However, there is one vacation spot people are advised to stay away from, the coastal Acapulco.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2025
The Padres still have a great chance of winning a wild-card playoff spot and advancing to the postseason.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
One sure way to spot these fake texts is that the scammers incorrectly claim to be from the Arizona DMV.
—Shelby Slade, AZCentral.com, 6 Aug. 2025
She was also spotted wearing the Manolo Blahnik Paterno leather sandals, which are thong sandals with a flared kitten heel, during her stop in Saint-Tropez in July amid her summer vacation throughout Europe.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spot
Noun
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This allows the patch to react to UV exposure and change color, indicating when to use sunscreen.—
Laia Farran Graves,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The weekly program offers free nicotine patches, gum, and lozenges for participants (while supplies last).—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This predicament, occurring just five months after the airline's emergence from bankruptcy, initiated a rally predominantly led by United Airlines stock (NASDAQ: UAL), which saw a 10% increase.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Witnesses recalled the woman’s behavior at the time of her predicament.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Apply a baking soda paste to any noticeable yellow stains.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 Aug. 2025
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Professional dental cleanings can remove these stains and restore the restorations’ original brightness.—
Daryl Austin,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Making that kind of a splash move would indicate that Houston would prefer to keep Durant around long-term.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
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Much like a regular playground, there are no staff supervising the splash park, according to Wooten.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
The Enquirer,
9 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Rain bands in Erin's expanding quadrants raked Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands on Saturday night, with heavy rain and tropical storm force wind gusts of 40 - 50 mph, prompting flash flood warnings in some locations.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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McDonald’s fans may get an additional Lake Norman location to order their coffee, Big Macs and Quarter Pounders with Cheese soon.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Place cucumbers, bell peppers, and onions in a large bowl, and sprinkle with pickling salt.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Southern Living,
17 Aug. 2025
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Brush with a little bit of the egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.—
Gretchen McKay,
Boston Herald,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Radhi, an Ayurvedic enthusiast, noticed Jay’s sweet tooth was something deeper than an occasional craving.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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This mattress is also durable—Dragan noticed that any body imprints pop back quickly, and is hopeful this will hold up for some time.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Park Ridge police are investigating after a 7-Eleven convenience store was recently robbed and a clerk believed to be sprayed with mace, in an incident where cigarettes and alcohol were reported stolen.—
Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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So most of that material is put back into Mobile Bay using what the Corps calls a thin layer placement technique, spraying a 12-inch layer in a specified zone.—
Debbie Elliott,
NPR,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Spot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spot. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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