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as in mixed
to scatter or set here and there among other things
for variety, intersperse some photos among the other decorations on the wall
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as in inserted
to put among or between others
intersperses some fascinating factoids about wine between his profiles of the nation's leading wineries
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Recent Examples of interspersed
Another ancient tradition is the extensive prayers of the faithful, interspersed with genuflections, which today include intentions as varied as praying for the pope, for the Jewish people, and for those who do not believe in God.
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ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
From there, the one-minute-and-sixteen-second clip unfolds with a rapid montage of electrifying concert footage, interspersed with candid moments from life on the road.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 26 Mar. 2026
New clips of the Laguners as adults are interspersed with the original opening credits to create a fun then-and-now comparison.
—Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 24 Mar. 2026
The bustling street scenes and seaside images that open and are interspersed throughout Annemarie Jacir’s Palestine 36 are not period-movie re-creations.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
In addition to the footage itself, the screening is interspersed with performance art and live music, offering poignant insights into this community’s struggles and opportunities of the broader Calumet Region.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
On embankments, consider using pieces of large wood chips interspersed with rock, gravel, paving stones or any other inorganic material.
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
The center, built in 2004 on former agricultural land at a cost of $285 million, is one of the largest regional malls in Southern California, with more than 30 buildings on 12 blocks, interspersed with parks, gardens and fountains.
—Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Rather, it is interspersed with expressions of social identity, entertainment and peer interaction.
—Stephen Neely, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
From there, the one-minute-and-sixteen-second clip unfolds with a rapid montage of electrifying concert footage, interspersed with candid moments from life on the road.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 26 Mar. 2026
New clips of the Laguners as adults are interspersed with the original opening credits to create a fun then-and-now comparison.
—Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 24 Mar. 2026
The bustling street scenes and seaside images that open and are interspersed throughout Annemarie Jacir’s Palestine 36 are not period-movie re-creations.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
In addition to the footage itself, the screening is interspersed with performance art and live music, offering poignant insights into this community’s struggles and opportunities of the broader Calumet Region.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
On embankments, consider using pieces of large wood chips interspersed with rock, gravel, paving stones or any other inorganic material.
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
The center, built in 2004 on former agricultural land at a cost of $285 million, is one of the largest regional malls in Southern California, with more than 30 buildings on 12 blocks, interspersed with parks, gardens and fountains.
—Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Rather, it is interspersed with expressions of social identity, entertainment and peer interaction.
—Stephen Neely, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interspersed
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In this technique, plants are suspended in air with a spray of water mixed with minerals applied to their roots every few seconds.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
4 Apr. 2026
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Officials contacted Maywood's water reclamation because chemicals in the building may have mixed with the water and entered the sewage.—
CBS Chicago Team,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
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To keep the airway open while the dog's face heals, Peanut had a small tube inserted into his nostril.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
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The Justice Department inserted itself into Peters' bid to be released while her state appeal was considered.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Apr. 2026
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Some flights to London City airport, for example, have now been combined with aircraft heading to the Big Smoke’s Gatwick.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
4 Apr. 2026
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Five pitchers combined for nine strikeouts and allowed just hits for Andrew (4-3).—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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IShowSpeed was in attendance at MSG and became entangled in the action when brass knuckles were introduced into the street fight.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Still Gone, Still Missed Hershey Swoops, introduced in 2003 and discontinued in August 2006, never quite found their audience.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
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Two minutes later, the star Colombian midfielder threaded a through ball to Anthony Markanich, but the Loons’ left back chipped the ball over the net.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
22 Mar. 2026
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But another penalty led to the equalizer, when UMD’s Hunter Anderson got threaded a cross-ice pass for a wide-open look and wristed a goal to the top right shelf.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
22 Mar. 2026
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It was incorporated as a town in 1833 and then again as a city in 1837.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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Throughout his music career, Cole has incorporated basketball images and references into his lyrics, performances and cover art.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Angel’s Envy Series Cask Strength Bourbon's taste profile begins with cherry cordial and salted caramel that lead into a rich, layered palate of apple cider, red wine notes, and creamy ganache.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
31 Mar. 2026
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The cheese is salted and aged, with the temperature and humidity closely monitored throughout the process.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
31 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Interspersed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interspersed. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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