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Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 23 Apr. 2025
After rescuing the people from the home, commanders at the scene determined the structure was unsafe for anyone to be inside, so firefighters evacuated and sprayed water on the exterior — which is known as a defensive attack, Guzman said.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2025
Devorah Lev-Tov, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Plants are heat- and drought-tolerant once established, and grow well in coastal gardens, tolerating salt spray and wind.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Local children and teenagers are growing up with a range of moderate to severe birth defects caused by glyphosates sprayed on produce on the corporate farms that border the village.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 23 Apr. 2025
After rescuing the people from the home, commanders at the scene determined the structure was unsafe for anyone to be inside, so firefighters evacuated and sprayed water on the exterior — which is known as a defensive attack, Guzman said.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2025
Noun
Her company sells tablets that can be mixed with water in reusable bottles to make things like hand soap and cleaning sprays, or dropped directly into a dishwasher, washing machine or toilet.
—Devorah Lev-Tov, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Plants are heat- and drought-tolerant once established, and grow well in coastal gardens, tolerating salt spray and wind.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spray
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Rosemary bonded with Kennedy’s larger-than-life second wife, Eleanora, who was almost a decade younger than Rosemary, but acted as her fairy godmother, sprinkling money and sisterly advice.—
Susannah Cahalan,
Rolling Stone,
17 Apr. 2025
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Rainbow and trans flags could be seen sprinkled throughout the crowd, along with a dozen or so Moms for Liberty shirts.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2025
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More notable performances include Missy Elliott, Charli xcx, Megan Thee Stallion, Benson Boone, BLACKPINK's Lisa and Jennie, each performing solo, Ed Sheeran, FKA twigs, T-Pain, Tyla, Weezer, Zedd, Jimmy Eat World, The Marías and more.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Other acts that totally stole the stage include The Misfits, the Marías, Benson Boone, FKA twigs, Anitta, Clairo, the Go-Gos, ENHYPEN, Keshi, and more.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Once hard to find, these fragrances deliver more intimacy and longevity than the typical mists, allowing for a subtle scent that lasts longer than their liquid peers.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
17 Apr. 2025
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Avène Thermal Spring Water Facial Spray $19 at Amazon The sensitive skin-friendly facial mist was formulated (and clinically proven to) soothe, calm, and hydrate the skin, according to the brand.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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And definitely don’t forget the coordinating corsage and boutonniere!—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
11 Apr. 2025
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Outside, Jeff Goldblum arrived making conversation while wearing the largest purple corsage ever and enjoying snacks.—
Brian Truitt,
USA TODAY,
3 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Without prior knowledge to Fatal Fury’s roster or storyline, many of the characters can seem somewhat stock — there’s a couple of tough guys with various fighting styles and cool jackets, and some cartoonishly buxom female fighters peppered in for some old school gooner bait.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
21 Apr. 2025
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Part of what makes the North Carolina mountains unique is the people who pepper the area with creativity and hospitality throughout their beloved mountain hamlets.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Garnish them with a slice of citrus to bring out the citric notes or a sprig of rosemary to bring out the more herbaceous notes.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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If desired, garnish the platter with sprigs of fresh basil.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The conquistadors raped Indigenous women, chopped off Indians’ hands, used swords as spits to roast Indian babies over fires as their mothers watched.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
23 Apr. 2025
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Post turned the main stage into a rock & roll ramp fit for an F-1, complete with street lights that stood tall behind the band and barrels that spit fire scattered all over.—
John Lonsdale,
Rolling Stone,
14 Apr. 2025
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The best neighborhoods to see stunning, colorful displays of Fiesta door wreaths and historic homes are King William, Monte Vista, and Alamo Heights, all easy to access from downtown San Antonio.—
Jill Robbins,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2025
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The entire city gets into the spirit with more than 100 related events and festive decorations like papel picado banners and paper flower wreaths.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Spray.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spray. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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