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Recent Examples of sprayed
Agents sprayed pepper balls and tear gas toward a nearby crowd of agitators as the altercation continued, though the man was ultimately released.
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Greg Wehner , Matt Finn, FOXNews.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Authorities said the dogs were barking at the fence before they were sprayed.
—Sergio Candido, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
The Congress member’s decision to appear in public comes just a day after Anthony Kazmierczak, 55, rushed her and sprayed her with an unknown substance before being arrested.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
Omar's office told CNN that the congresswoman had likely been sprayed by apple cider vinegar, as well, citing preliminary reports.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Omar was in Minneapolis Tuesday evening, addressing questions from constituents when a man stood up and sprayed her with an unknown substance from a syringe.
—Jenny Goldsberry, The Washington Examiner, 29 Jan. 2026
The man sprayed her with an unknown substance before being restrained by on-site security.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 29 Jan. 2026
The agent shoved and pepper-sprayed him and then multiple agents forced him to the ground.
—National Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
At one point, Pretti appeared to put his hand up while an officer sprayed his face with a chemical, CNN reported.
—Alexandra Glorioso, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
Greg Wehner , Matt Finn, FOXNews.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Authorities said the dogs were barking at the fence before they were sprayed.
—Sergio Candido, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
The Congress member’s decision to appear in public comes just a day after Anthony Kazmierczak, 55, rushed her and sprayed her with an unknown substance before being arrested.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026
Omar's office told CNN that the congresswoman had likely been sprayed by apple cider vinegar, as well, citing preliminary reports.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Omar was in Minneapolis Tuesday evening, addressing questions from constituents when a man stood up and sprayed her with an unknown substance from a syringe.
—Jenny Goldsberry, The Washington Examiner, 29 Jan. 2026
The man sprayed her with an unknown substance before being restrained by on-site security.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 29 Jan. 2026
The agent shoved and pepper-sprayed him and then multiple agents forced him to the ground.
—National Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
At one point, Pretti appeared to put his hand up while an officer sprayed his face with a chemical, CNN reported.
—Alexandra Glorioso, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprayed
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Still, comical moments were sprinkled throughout the ceremony.—
Zareen Syed,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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The beachfront Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences is sprinkled with vibrant gardens, sparkling pools, and accommodations ranging from cozy rooms to spacious villas.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
24 Jan. 2026
Verb
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That is, they are dotted with nodules inhabited by nitrogen-fixing bacteria that obviate the need for fertilizer.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
24 Jan. 2026
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The Louvre complex also includes the Tuileries gardens, which are dotted with sculptures and a lovely spot to take a stroll.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Jan. 2026
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Even as the snow continued to fall, Boston residents peppered the city’s 311 public service request board with reports of snowbound city streets.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
26 Jan. 2026
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Stories about Maris' unusual requests and her relationship with Niles (David Hyde Pierce) peppered the show's run.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Sprayed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprayed. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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