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Recent Examples of strew
Water bottles, napkins and flyers were strewn on the lawn.
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Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
Longlining is a fishing method that entails attaching bait to hooks strewn out at intervals along a single fishing line that stretches up to 20 miles across the ocean.
—Owen Clarke, Outside, 11 Sep. 2025
Guests—including the actor Damian Lewis, the fashion icon Daphne Guinness, and the novelist Ben Okri—spilled out into a courtyard garden, drinking wine or sparkling water that was strewn with flower petals.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
Meticulous, frugal and involved in all aspects of the business, Armani put his stamp of approval on everything from skirt lengths and the flowers strewn around at gala dinners to the colors of the curtains in the offices.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
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Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
Longlining is a fishing method that entails attaching bait to hooks strewn out at intervals along a single fishing line that stretches up to 20 miles across the ocean.
—Owen Clarke, Outside, 11 Sep. 2025
Guests—including the actor Damian Lewis, the fashion icon Daphne Guinness, and the novelist Ben Okri—spilled out into a courtyard garden, drinking wine or sparkling water that was strewn with flower petals.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
Meticulous, frugal and involved in all aspects of the business, Armani put his stamp of approval on everything from skirt lengths and the flowers strewn around at gala dinners to the colors of the curtains in the offices.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strew
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For stubborn spots or heavy smudges, spray the affected area lightly and let the solution sit for about a minute before wiping it away.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Sep. 2025
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Rinse the solution by spraying water on the area.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
19 Sep. 2025
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The menu shifts between Spanish, Greek and Italian influences, with dishes such as classic caviar and jamón Ibérico croquetas sprinkled with gold leaf, and sea bass, hamachi and salmon crudi prepared lightly and vibrantly.—
Melinda Sheckells,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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To top it off, slather with cream cheese frosting and sprinkle with pecans.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
16 Sep. 2025
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Lenox, Massachusetts A mix of idyllic villages and pristine nature with a thriving art scene thrown in for good measure, The Berkshires region is dotted with lakes, mountains, and crimson and butterscotch leaves that tinge the autumn terrain.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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Together the three bodies of water create the Jupiter Inlet, a hot spot for boating activity and the backdrop for a lively Riverwalk that’s dotted with retail shops, waterfront restaurants, and places to hop aboard for a sunset cruise.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
19 Sep. 2025
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As Emmy celebrations peppered the town on Saturday night, a starkly differently occasion left attendees shaken, tearful and reminded of the immersive power of cinema.—
Stacey Wilson Hunt,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Sep. 2025
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Whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Strew.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strew. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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