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as in gutter
a pipe or channel for carrying off water from a roof
during the winter, runoff from the spout tends to freeze over and form a dangerous patch of ice on the walkway
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as in to pour
to flow out in great quantities or with force
water spouting from the hose
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as in to huff
to talk loudly and wildly
a self-important loudmouth who is always spouting about the mess that politicians have made of everything
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as in to eject
to violently throw out or off (something from within)
the drain suddenly spouted water and debris
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Recent Examples of spout
Ryan Ballogg, Miami Herald, 23 June 2025
The protective push-to-open lid keeps the spout clean, and the convenient carry loop doubles as a lock.
—Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 19 June 2025
Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 15 June 2025
Musk, who grew up in South Africa, has in the past spouted the false conspiracy that there’s a deliberate plot to cause extinction of white people in the country.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 19 May 2025
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Noun
The double spouts lasted for around 15 to 20 minutes, and no landfall or damage was reported, Shiveley said.
—Ryan Ballogg, Miami Herald, 23 June 2025
The protective push-to-open lid keeps the spout clean, and the convenient carry loop doubles as a lock.
—Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 19 June 2025
Verb
Played by Neil Patrick Harris, Deadpool spouts irreverent comments and non-sequiturs that would make Seth MacFarlane blush, ranging from pop culture references to dunking on gaming's most annoying trends.
—Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 15 June 2025
Musk, who grew up in South Africa, has in the past spouted the false conspiracy that there’s a deliberate plot to cause extinction of white people in the country.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spout
Noun
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The city aims to sweep every public street with a curb and a gutter at least once a month from February through October, picking up small pieces of litter and debris that can clog storm drains.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
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The road work includes the installation of new curb and gutter as well as storm drainage improvements. Detour routes will be in place using Mt. Hebron, Garrett and Rainbow roads, the release states.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
11 July 2025
Noun
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From painting in the house to flying in a private jet, the proud mom of three shared several special memories of Ozzy enjoying being a grandfather.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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The trio have their own Instagram account, on which they’re shown lounging on an Alpine meadow in the mountains above the cloud line, or wearing adorable little Dončić jerseys, or sitting aboard what looks like a private jet.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
3 Aug. 2025
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Enjoy a classic margarita for $9, a smoky mezcal margarita for $10, or explore the depths of agave with half-off tequila pours all night long.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Remember that small changes, like pouring your DIY cleaning solutions into glass spray bottles or dusting items with an old-fashioned feather duster, can make a big difference in your cleaning experience.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 July 2025
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The trail huffs up 1,000 feet per mile, traversing talus slopes and narrow ridgelines en route to a dizzying view of Yellowstone Lake.—
Elisabeth Kwak-Hefferan,
Outside Online,
3 June 2025
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Fellow porters huffing their way up a hillside; the stars twinkling above the desert sand; the layered waves of Caroline Polachek’s staggeringly beautiful title song cresting over the horizon at just the right moment.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
23 June 2025
Verb
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The seventh inning, meanwhile, saw Yankees pitching coach Matt Blake get ejected.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
24 July 2025
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In March, he was ejected in Phoenix after a dust-up with Durant.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
Verb
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As this author reported in the local Khaleej Times newspaper, Warner Bros. World is the first theme park in the Middle East to appear on the Global Attractions Attendance report with 1.8 million visitors streaming through its turnstiles in 2023.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Despite the show gaining more exposure by streaming on Netflix and Peacock, ratings apparently weren't helped enough to save the series.—
Michileen Martin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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In the movie’s trailer, Offerman can be seen training with firearms and ranting about systemic oppression as Jerry.—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
25 June 2025
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The slightest noise from the children could propel him from the room, ranting.—
Noah Hawley,
The Atlantic,
2 July 2025
Verb
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Mix half a teaspoon of salt into a cup of warm water and gargle for 15-30 seconds before spitting it out.30 Try saline nasal washes: This can help flush out allergens, dust, and irritants from your nasal passages.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
27 July 2025
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He’s continued the ritual back at Loyola Marymount University, the equipment’s spinning wheels spitting the ball out at him, over and over again.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
25 July 2025
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“Spout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spout. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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