spraying

present participle of spray

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of spraying Shields suggests using Scrubbing Bubbles Mega Shower Foamer and spraying it evenly from top to bottom. — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026 Apply the vinegar by spraying it directly onto the surface or by dipping a microfiber cloth into the solution, wringing it out, and wiping the appliance. — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2026 The firefighters immediately began spraying the vessel and brought the fire under control before the flames could spread to boats docked nearby and the surrounding properties, department spokeswoman Sandra King said in a statement. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026 The current outbreak is centered just north of Tampa, and workers have been spraying to kill mosquitoes day and night. — ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026 After saying yes, the two kissed before spraying champagne over a pool. — Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2026 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spraying
Verb
  • Imagine sprinkling Cool Ranch Dorito seasoning on giant Fritos.
    — Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Didier Fuentes has essentially filled in as the setup man in Suarez’s absence, with left-hander Dylan Lee also sprinkling in some appearances.
    — Jesús Cano, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • While timber and bountiful harvests may not seem to have anything to do with the planes dotting Atlanta’s skies, a new coalition sees potential in connecting the two.
    — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 30 Sep. 2026
  • London/New York — The bars, theaters and restaurants dotting central London may not seem like a conflict zone.
    — Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Noe was eager to nerd out about songwriting and records, peppering the conversation with praise for everyone from the Ohio indie band Wussy to the country singer Ashley McBryde.
    — Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2026
  • In 2016, the duo then cofounded Monse, the luxury American fashion brand known for reworking masculine staples and peppering in cool girl femininity.
    — WWD Staff, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026

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“Spraying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spraying. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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