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verb

Definition of spraynext
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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as in twig

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as in mist

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as in spritz

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as in corsage

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Recent Examples of spray
Verb
The Post confirmed that in each of the five spots, five hours or more had elapsed between when adjacent sections were sprayed. — Maura Judkis, Washington Post, 16 July 2026 Avoid activities that create more fine particles indoors, like smoking and vaping; using gas, propane or wood-burning stoves; spraying aerosol products; frying or boiling food; burning candles or incense and vacuuming without a HEPA filter. — Greta Cross, USA Today, 16 July 2026
Noun
Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026 Items including coolers, folding chairs, frisbees, balls, metal drink containers and aerosol cans — including spray sunscreen — are prohibited. — Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for spray
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spray
  1. sprinkle
  2. twig
  3. mist
  4. spritz
  5. corsage
  6. pepper
  7. sprig
  8. spit
Verb
  • Though there are monuments and memorials — sidewalk plaques, benches, murals — sprinkled around the globe, there appear to be very few Jackson statues permanently displayed in the United States.
    — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026
  • The reason gardeners sprinkle cayenne pepper in their yards is for pest control.
    — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 17 July 2026
Definition of sprinkle
Noun
  • The trees also tend to drop small twigs and branches because their wood is relatively weak.
    — Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 7 June 2026
  • Then, place a small twig under the rim to create a small gap.
    — Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 29 May 2026
Definition of twig
Noun
  • There are a great deal of Nordstrom Anniversary Sale fragrance exclusives, like a Parfums de Marly Signature Fragrance Duo set and a Diptyque eau de parfum and hair mist set, plus discovery and travel sets from Le Labo, Hermès and more.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026
  • Packing a hydrating mist In much of Europe, the heat is intense, especially during the summer.
    — Jamie Davis Smith, Travel + Leisure, 18 July 2026
Definition of mist
Noun
  • Splash it into a glass of Prosecco for an easy spritz, or mix it with Pellegrino over ice for a refreshing non-alcoholic sipper.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2026
  • Turns out, there's a reason some of us can happily wander through the fragrance department while those like me can’t make it past the first spritz.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 11 July 2026
Definition of spritz
Noun
  • Prom is typically an evening of wearing corsages or boutonnieres, sometimes riding in limos, but there's always dancing.
    — Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 23 Apr. 2026
  • The two smiled from ear to ear as Bass placed a corsage on Fishel's right hand, then moved closer together to mirror their original snap.
    — Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Definition of corsage
Verb
  • As an amateur race car driver, the villa’s owner wanted elements of his passion peppering the interior.
    — Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026
  • Stir together mayonnaise, sour cream, dill, lemon juice, salt, garlic, Dijon, and pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 14 July 2026
Definition of pepper
Noun
  • Blackberries make beautiful garnishes, especially when speared with a rosemary sprig.
    — Anna Kovel, Martha Stewart, 10 July 2026
  • Garnish with a half strawberry or a lemon wheel or a mint sprig or all three.
    — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 4 July 2026
Definition of sprig
Noun
  • Yet that did not stop Rome Seymour and Lyric Medeiros form breaking the reality TV land speed record for showmances when the two swapped spit and shared a sleepover just days into the current 28th season of Big Brother.
    — Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026
  • In reality, this trick won’t work and opens the victim up to a larger risk of infection by creating a bigger wound with bacteria-laden human spit inside.
    — Tim MacWelch, Outdoor Life, 15 July 2026
Definition of spit

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