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as in to sprinkle
to cover by or as if by scattering something over or on sprayed the lawn with pesticides

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noun

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Recent Examples of spray
Verb
More pollen leads to more seeds, which means even more plants spraying pollen the next season. Umair Irfan, Wired News, 5 Apr. 2025 One of the biggest risks that drivers run when spraying champagne on the podium is getting it in their eyes. Luke Smith, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
To see it, take the short boardwalk trail from the parking lot and admire the spray via several viewpoints, including from the side and above. Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2025 Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for spray
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spray
Verb
  • Rosemary bonded with Kennedy’s larger-than-life second wife, Eleanora, who was almost a decade younger than Rosemary, but acted as her fairy godmother, sprinkling money and sisterly advice.
    Susannah Cahalan, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2025
  • Rainbow and trans flags could be seen sprinkled throughout the crowd, along with a dozen or so Moms for Liberty shirts.
    Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • More notable performances include Missy Elliott, Charli xcx, Megan Thee Stallion, Benson Boone, BLACKPINK's Lisa and Jennie, each performing solo, Ed Sheeran, FKA twigs, T-Pain, Tyla, Weezer, Zedd, Jimmy Eat World, The Marías and more.
    Nicholas Rice, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
  • Other acts that totally stole the stage include The Misfits, the Marías, Benson Boone, FKA twigs, Anitta, Clairo, the Go-Gos, ENHYPEN, Keshi, and more.
    Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 17 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Once hard to find, these fragrances deliver more intimacy and longevity than the typical mists, allowing for a subtle scent that lasts longer than their liquid peers.
    Deanna Pai, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
  • Avène Thermal Spring Water Facial Spray $19 at Amazon The sensitive skin-friendly facial mist was formulated (and clinically proven to) soothe, calm, and hydrate the skin, according to the brand.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • And definitely don’t forget the coordinating corsage and boutonniere!
    Kara Nesvig, Parents, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Outside, Jeff Goldblum arrived making conversation while wearing the largest purple corsage ever and enjoying snacks.
    Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Then, on Monday, a series of billboards advertising the album peppered the main roads into Stillwater, where Turnpike co-headlines this weekend with Ragweed for more than 180,000 ticketholders.
    Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 11 Apr. 2025
  • That was apparent even in the first period, as the Canucks — a team that’s struggled enormously all season to generate looks and scoring chances — peppered their old teammate DeSmith with all manner of quality chances.
    Thomas Drance, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Garnish them with a slice of citrus to bring out the citric notes or a sprig of rosemary to bring out the more herbaceous notes.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
  • If desired, garnish the platter with sprigs of fresh basil.
    Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • In almost half of Mozambique, for example, no one can currently be diagnosed with TB, since US funding supported its lab networks and system that transported samples of spit and mucus, Ditiu said.
    Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2025
  • California urged its citizens to request that 23andMe delete their data and destroy their spit samples.
    Kayte Spector-Bagdady, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The entire city gets into the spirit with more than 100 related events and festive decorations like papel picado banners and paper flower wreaths.
    Eve Chen, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025
  • The best neighborhoods to see stunning, colorful displays of Fiesta door wreaths and historic homes are King William, Monte Vista, and Alamo Heights, all easy to access from downtown San Antonio.
    Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2025

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“Spray.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spray. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.

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