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Recent Examples of spruce
Adjective
The company also sells various accessories that go in between the panels to spruce them up, like wine racks, shelves, and hooks. Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 21 Dec. 2024 Other stars spruce it up a bit … and probably for a lot less money. Merle Ginsberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Nov. 2024 As for the primary suite, it has been spruced to the nines by the late French architect Thierry Despont. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 1 July 2024 If your outdoor space is lacking a little something, why not spruce it up with an outdoor rug? Outdoor area rugs bring visual interest and texture to a room and easily bridge the gap between indoor and outdoor spaces. Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 21 June 2024 See All Example Sentences for spruce
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spruce
Adjective
  • The Softstreme High-rise Wide-leg Cropped Pant has a weighty drape that adds an elegant edge to what otherwise feels like loungewear, given how remarkably soft the Softstreme fabric is.
    Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 26 Oct. 2025
  • The long-sleeve polo sweater has elegant pearl buttons that pop against the sweater’s neutral color.
    Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 26 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • They are also known to trick miners into quarrying worthless ore, following veins of what appears to be copper or silver, but when smelted, is found to be without value or, worse, poisonous.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 Oct. 2025
  • Mykal-Michelle Harris from Raven’s Home guest-stars as Ruby, a mischievous moon imp who tricks Vee.
    Allison McClain Merrill, Parents, 27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Marisol Quilt Crafted from 100% cotton, Pottery Barn’s Marisol Quilt is a smart and stylish bedding option for the fall.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Bagsmart Tech Organizer Nothing feels messier than cords tangled at the bottom of your bag mid-travel day, which is why this smart tech organizer never leaves my suitcase.
    Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • This helps improve posture and stability, according to the brand, though the sneakers have an ergonomic insole that provides arch support, too.
    Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
  • The report calls on leaders to focus on green solutions that can also improve health outcomes, and warns that political backsliding on climate commitments will only cause more harm.
    Simmone Shah, Time, 29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Or, keep scrolling to see other stylish toiletry bags available from Quince.
    Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Ebern Designs Propane Fire Pit Extend patio season through fall and winter with this stylish fire pit.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The look was tied together with a cape embellished with 3D rose petals and ankle strap stilettos.
    Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
  • The bodice features a twist detail with dark, leaf-like appliqués embellished with metallic sequins.
    Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Also in the Big Apple, a fashionable Kim Kardashian promotes All's Fair, and Busy Philipps shares a kiss with her boyfriend Blake Berris.
    Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
  • It’s housed in a minimal and matte cauldron-like vessel that will still look fashionable beyond October 31st.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • In terms of alternative arrangements, Fox arguably has the best options for its Week 5 natty, as the other game scheduled in that window is Commanders-Chargers.
    Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 15 Sep. 2025
  • Its dining area, bar (with centerfolds blown up and reproduced on the wall in plexiglass), gameroom and quiet nooks are clean, neat and natty.
    Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025

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“Spruce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spruce. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.

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