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as in disseminates
to cause to be known over a considerable area or by many people
spread the news!
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as in applies
to put a layer of on a surface
we spread the fertilizer over the lawn evenly until it was fully covered
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as in circulates
to become known
once news of the war's end had spread, spontaneous celebrations broke out everywhere
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as in transmits
to cause (something) to pass from one to another
living conditions that help to spread chicken pox
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as in parts
to go or move in different directions from a central point
the walls of the old barn spread under the weight of the snow on the roof
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as in increases
to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
dissatisfaction with the new administration is spreading rapidly
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as in quilts
a decorative cloth used as a top covering for a bed
bought a brightly colored spread for summer
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as in dinners
a large fancy meal often accompanied by ceremony or entertainment
they really know how to put out a good spread
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as in expanses
a wide space or area
a vast spread of land just waiting to be settled
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as in distances
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects
a spread of nearly 100 miles between farms
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Recent Examples of spreads
Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 8 Feb. 2026
When academic standards are quietly lowered to accommodate underprepared students, the harm spreads to all graduates.
—Andrea Mays, Oc Register, 8 Feb. 2026
Symptoms of the virus include fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes followed by a rash that starts on the face and spreads to the body.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
Word spreads when certain unmarked vehicles are seen consistently circling or parked in the area.
—Beki San Martin, Freep.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Typically, when a plant population spreads to an area that lacks its usual pollinators, the plant will strive to adapt, evolving so that it can be pollinated by local wildlife instead.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
That information spreads among gamblers quickly.
—David Hill, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2026
Pair boneless wings with a variety of bite-sized appetizers for game day celebrations, including nachos, meatballs, sliders, or any of our favorite party dips and spreads.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026
The campaign also spreads awareness about everyone affected by ICE.
—Glamour, 1 Feb. 2026
Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Even without my roommate (my usual go-to self-tanner assistant), my back—using a larger towel applicator—looked totally streak-free, thanks to how evenly and smoothly the glycerin-rich formula spreads.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026
Stock your pantry with their selection of fruits confits, wines, juices, and spreads, and one of each pastry.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
Start your easiest party ever with quick recipes for easy dips, simple spreads, and pick-up bites that can be made ahead or assembled in minutes.
—Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
The savory girl favors briny, herbaceous, and umami-rich bites over sweet treats—think olives instead of cupcakes, flaky cheese twists over sugar cookies, and snack boards featuring marinated vegetables, nuts, and bold spreads.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
In this way, brokers give exchanges betting activity from people on multiple platforms—an important boost to liquidity that can help tighten price spreads.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 4 Feb. 2026
When the powerless feel unprotected, fear spreads.
—Rabbi Bruce D. Forman, Sun Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
Narrower spreads indicate higher demand and more competitive pricing.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
Verb
Instacart data shows sharp pre-game jumps in purchases of Buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, salsa and queso, with chips close behind — proof that bold, shareable flavors continue to define Super Bowl Sunday spreads.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 8 Feb. 2026
When academic standards are quietly lowered to accommodate underprepared students, the harm spreads to all graduates.
—Andrea Mays, Oc Register, 8 Feb. 2026
Symptoms of the virus include fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes followed by a rash that starts on the face and spreads to the body.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
Word spreads when certain unmarked vehicles are seen consistently circling or parked in the area.
—Beki San Martin, Freep.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Typically, when a plant population spreads to an area that lacks its usual pollinators, the plant will strive to adapt, evolving so that it can be pollinated by local wildlife instead.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
That information spreads among gamblers quickly.
—David Hill, Rolling Stone, 6 Feb. 2026
Pair boneless wings with a variety of bite-sized appetizers for game day celebrations, including nachos, meatballs, sliders, or any of our favorite party dips and spreads.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026
The campaign also spreads awareness about everyone affected by ICE.
—Glamour, 1 Feb. 2026
Noun
The Pinecrest store will also offer H&H catering boxes that contain a variety of bagels with toppings and spreads.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026
Even without my roommate (my usual go-to self-tanner assistant), my back—using a larger towel applicator—looked totally streak-free, thanks to how evenly and smoothly the glycerin-rich formula spreads.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 9 Feb. 2026
Stock your pantry with their selection of fruits confits, wines, juices, and spreads, and one of each pastry.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
Start your easiest party ever with quick recipes for easy dips, simple spreads, and pick-up bites that can be made ahead or assembled in minutes.
—Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
The savory girl favors briny, herbaceous, and umami-rich bites over sweet treats—think olives instead of cupcakes, flaky cheese twists over sugar cookies, and snack boards featuring marinated vegetables, nuts, and bold spreads.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
In this way, brokers give exchanges betting activity from people on multiple platforms—an important boost to liquidity that can help tighten price spreads.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 4 Feb. 2026
When the powerless feel unprotected, fear spreads.
—Rabbi Bruce D. Forman, Sun Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
Narrower spreads indicate higher demand and more competitive pricing.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spreads
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The virus disseminates from a person’s vomit and stool, spraying into the air or landing on nearby surfaces.—
Hannah Poukish,
Sacbee.com,
15 Dec. 2025
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The spores can also be present in soil, which, if disturbed, disseminates the spores into the air.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
PEOPLE,
11 Dec. 2025
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But ultrarunning officials worry WADA may not be considering how point two—the ability to cause harm—applies to the unique demands of the sport.—
Dan England,
Outside,
5 Feb. 2026
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Avoiding paying the tax for this season delays when the Magic could get hit with the repeater tax, which applies to teams that have been above the league’s tax line for at least three of the previous four seasons.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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The idea of a future European defense force, once dismissed as fantasy, now circulates seriously in policy circles.—
Julia Khrebtan-Hörhager,
The Conversation,
11 Feb. 2026
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Drone footage circulates instantly.—
Charles Edward Gehrke,
Fortune,
9 Feb. 2026
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The CubeSat takes a high-definition image of its surroundings every 2 minutes and transmits it to the laptop.—
Joanna Goodrich,
IEEE Spectrum,
31 Dec. 2025
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In one of his stories a fabricator of artificial eyes creates a portable surveillance camera in the form of an egg-size eyeball that transmits images to its creator.—
Michael Dirda,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Dec. 2025
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Later, Hamilton parts the sea on his kick scooter, speedily escaping from the hectic press area.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
10 Feb. 2026
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Replacing your roof not only improves safety and performance, but also boosts curb appeal and increases your home’s value.—
TIMEPROOF USA Roofing Company,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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Taking ownership removes friction and increases follow-through.—
Brian Page,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2026
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Austin is offering everything from la Madeleine’s chocolate-strawberry bakery boards to Azul’s candlelit rooftop cabanas, including intimate prix-fixe dinners and playful donut boat adventures.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Feb. 2026
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The private beachfront dinners that include four courses plus beverage service served at a table surrounded by lanterns, facing the ocean.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2026
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Manuel also jangles this apparent order with the striking visual trope of disorienting disproportions of scale—figures appearing unexpectedly small or large in the course’s expanses.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
4 Feb. 2026
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But wide expanses of undeveloped land offer developers the chance to build new subdivisions — prime real estate for new home buyers.—
Alexandra Glorioso,
Miami Herald,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Spreads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spreads. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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