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as in dotted
marked with spots
the spotted tablecloth clashed with the stripes on the wallpaper
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as in colored
having blotches of two or more colors
not surprisingly, the white cow and black bull had a spotted calf
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as in sprinkled
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
to give the effect of sunlight on water, the artist spotted the lake in his painting with flecks of gold paint
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as in noticed
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
I spotted both of them as they tried to sneak out the back door
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as in sprayed
to cover by or as if by scattering something over or on
the TV networks had spotted reporters all over the state for the election
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Recent Examples of spotted
Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 18 Sep. 2024
The smaller spotted owls have been unable to compete with the invaders, which have larger broods and need less room to survive than spotted owls.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 3 July 2024
When feeding, the spotted lanternfly produces a liquid that can collect on the ground and surrounding vegetation, resulting in mold that kills and discolors surrounding plants.
—Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 11 Sep. 2024
The hybrids seem to be intermediate in physical appearance, tending toward the spotted coats and smaller stature of the sika deer.
—Richard Pallardy, Ars Technica, 30 July 2024
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And a stunning population boom followed by some declines is a pretty typical pattern for an invasive species, says Travis, who is national policy manager for spotted lanternflies at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 18 Sep. 2024
The smaller spotted owls have been unable to compete with the invaders, which have larger broods and need less room to survive than spotted owls.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 3 July 2024
When feeding, the spotted lanternfly produces a liquid that can collect on the ground and surrounding vegetation, resulting in mold that kills and discolors surrounding plants.
—Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 11 Sep. 2024
The hybrids seem to be intermediate in physical appearance, tending toward the spotted coats and smaller stature of the sika deer.
—Richard Pallardy, Ars Technica, 30 July 2024
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Its leaves are deciduous and sometimes white-blotched.Howard Garrett, Dallas News, 16 Aug. 2021
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Click on the state Division of Oil, Gas & Geo-thermal Resources well-finder map, which shows both active and inactive sites, and L.A. becomes blotched with black.Matt Jaffe, Los Angeles Magazine, 5 Feb. 2018
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The 600-pound statue was stolen in October, sawed off above the feet, and then found by police, according to the AP.Annalise Frank, Axios, 13 Dec. 2024
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Gibbs hastily sawed off his leg cast, and was seen some time later taking the long-range shot that painted Pedro’s truck window with brain matter.Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 9 Dec. 2024
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Christmas crackers wrapped in marbled paper fit the theme.Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
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Their premium price further rewards buyers with a posh design, embodied in elegant angular cabinets with a marbled piano gloss finish that oozes luxury.Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 13 May 2024
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Browse a library of colorful covers for the first time on your Kindle.Jaclyn Trop, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
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The Christmas cactus is another beloved houseplant that puts on a colorful show from November through January.Heather Bien, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
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Anticipation regarding what might happen on closing night rippled through the stadium before the singer appeared onstage, not least because of the numerous cameras peppered around the floor and rigged on wires overhead.Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
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This year, there will be more than 25 restaurants peppered throughout the city showcasing innovative and exclusive creations.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Spice up your Super Bowl party with these pinto beans, garnished with savory bacon and spicy poblano peppers.Christopher Michel, Country Living, 2 Feb. 2023
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Two types of beans (black and pinto) bring the protein count in this healthy enchilada casserole up to 19 grams per serving.Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2022
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“Spotted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spotted. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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