Synonyms of spraying

spraying

verb

present participle of spray

as in sprinkling

to cover by or as if by scattering something over or on

sprayed the lawn with pesticides

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sprinkling
• dotting
• peppering
• strewing
• scattering
• spotting
• dusting
• sowing
• drizzling
• bestrewing
• blanketing
• flecking
• studding
• dappling
• speckling
• stippling
• spattering
• bespattering

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of spraying

Khachanov, the 30-year-old Russian was powerful off his return but Auger-Aliassime was spraying groundstrokes or hitting balls into the net. — Lukas Weese, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026

Designed as a water-free alternative to costly water-spraying setups, this technology mitigates high track temperatures caused by extreme heat waves, reducing deformation risks and speed delays. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026

An employer must know the clearance time for the space in which spraying is taking place. — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2026

Before help arrives, begin cooling the exhausted individual by any means possible, such as spraying them with a garden hose or using cool cloths. — Chad Murphy, USA TODAY, 1 Sep. 2026

Everyone seems to be taking a magnesium supplement these days — or spraying it on their feet. — Jo Ann Liguori, Flow Space, 31 Aug. 2026

Residents can visit the department's website to see mosquito spraying areas, maps and prevention resources. — Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 31 Aug. 2026

Avoid spraying liquids directly to prevent damage to internal components and ports. — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 23 Aug. 2026

If additional hold is needed, Marjan recommends spraying Paul Mitchell Firm Hold Super Clean Extra Hairspray on the roots and brushing back before wrapping a second elastic around everything. — Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Aug. 2026