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Recent Examples of spray
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 Sep. 2025
Called Honoré, the candle and room spray refer to the patron saint of bakers and patissiers, and to the hotel’s iconic address on Rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré.
—Emma Sandler, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2025
Just spray on a bunch of perfume, this 30-year-old bottle of YSL Paris that my mom gave me.
—R29 Team, Refinery29, 1 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 Sep. 2025
Called Honoré, the candle and room spray refer to the patron saint of bakers and patissiers, and to the hotel’s iconic address on Rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré.
—Emma Sandler, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Noun
Next, Mock recommends disinfecting the can by either spraying it with disinfectant or applying a solution of 1/8 cup bleach and one quart hot water and scrubbing the entire can well.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2025
Just spray on a bunch of perfume, this 30-year-old bottle of YSL Paris that my mom gave me.
—R29 Team, Refinery29, 1 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spray
Verb
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After years of the NBA largely being split between linear TV networks ABC, ESPN and TNT (with some NBA TV sprinkled in), the new rights deal will be far more streaming-centric.—
John Cassillo,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Raisins are also super easy to sprinkle on yogurt, cereal, and salads, and can find their way into baked goods and even savory dinner dishes like pasta.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The mesh cover prevents captured debris, like leaves and twigs, from escaping back into the pool water.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
29 Aug. 2025
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The first teaser trailer for The Carpenter’s Son—a biblical horror movie starring FKA twigs as Mary, mother of Jesus—is here.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Waterspouts are spinning columns of air and water mist above bodies of water and can take two forms, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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In Shasta County, near the geographic top of California, McArthur-Burney State Park is known for its picturesque waterfalls, with rainbows rising through the mist when the sun shines just right.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Alcohol-free and pH-balancing, this refreshing spray is like a balm for skin, soothing irritation and helping to prevent breakouts with just a quick spritz.—
Esme Benjamin,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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Putting on the spritz doesn’t require crossing time zones—just get out your metric measuring cup and check out your favorite spirits store for ingredients.—
Lana Bortolot,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Instead of paying for expensive updos, professionally applied makeup and florist corsages, Ella and her friends did it all themselves.—
Patricia Steckler,
Baltimore Sun,
18 June 2025
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Willow accessorized with a blue shawl and a white corsage, smiling alongside her dad.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
28 May 2025
Verb
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The host Colombia was peppering the Bolivia goalkeeper Carlos Lampe with shots on goal from early on.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Familiar names pepper the script, but characters’ circumstances, identities, and motivations have been significantly altered.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Swift, meanwhile, was posed against a tree in a white collared shirt, a black jumper and held a leafy sprig in her hand.—
Sarah Jones,
People.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Garnish with mint sprig and fresh berries.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Yes, If the spit targets a public servant, such as a police officer, the charge can escalate to a third-degree felony which is punishable by up to 10 years in prison.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
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Lucky for the Eagles, a remorseful Carter won't receive a suspension for his spit.—
Jim Reineking,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Spray.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spray. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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