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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 spectrums
the distance or extent between possible extremes
the spread of grades was from 15 to 79 on that quiz
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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
Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Officials have ramped up the testing of raw milk following as a bird flu (H5N1) outbreak spreads among the nation's cattle.
—Katherine Hignett, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Combine your favorite dips and spreads with meats, cheese, fruits, and vegetables to create a stunning Christmas charcuterie board.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2024
The disease spreads through person-to-person contact and saliva droplets in an infected person’s breath, according to the WHO.
—Chris Mueller, Austin American-Statesman, 29 Nov. 2024
Democratized philanthropy also spreads the spirit of giving.
—Robert Reiss, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Measles symptoms commonly include a high fever, cough, conjunctivitis (pink eye), runny nose, white spots in the mouth and a rash that spreads from head to toe.
—Daniella Silva, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
Gorgonzola Dolce, with its mild taste and creamy texture, works well in sauces, dressings, and spreads where a smoother, subtler flavor is desired.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2024
Whooping cough spreads through bacteria transmitted through the air.
—Sam Tupper, CNN, 18 Oct. 2024
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Those are the places where human development spreads into wild, undeveloped spaces.
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Officials have ramped up the testing of raw milk following as a bird flu (H5N1) outbreak spreads among the nation's cattle.
—Katherine Hignett, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Combine your favorite dips and spreads with meats, cheese, fruits, and vegetables to create a stunning Christmas charcuterie board.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2024
The disease spreads through person-to-person contact and saliva droplets in an infected person’s breath, according to the WHO.
—Chris Mueller, Austin American-Statesman, 29 Nov. 2024
Democratized philanthropy also spreads the spirit of giving.
—Robert Reiss, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Measles symptoms commonly include a high fever, cough, conjunctivitis (pink eye), runny nose, white spots in the mouth and a rash that spreads from head to toe.
—Daniella Silva, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
Gorgonzola Dolce, with its mild taste and creamy texture, works well in sauces, dressings, and spreads where a smoother, subtler flavor is desired.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2024
Whooping cough spreads through bacteria transmitted through the air.
—Sam Tupper, CNN, 18 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spreads
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The same care applies to the heritage of any brand, regardless of how much the market is changing.Tripp Westbrook, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Turkey’s old playbook no longer applies.Guney Yildiz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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There’s no air conditioning, but a fan circulates air, and tents stay cool overnight.Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
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The water circulates through the hot rock, absorbing thermal energy and transforming into steam.Robert Rapier, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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Making the municipal bond market more efficient and less costly in turn increases accessibility.Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Every extra mile a truck goes increases fuel costs, raises emissions and reduces the scrap’s value.Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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First launched in Napa Valley in the 1980s, this lively event is marking its east coast debut next month, with a diverse array of dinners, tastings and other events occurring from January 17th to 19th at The Boca Raton, one of the city’s most opulent hotels.Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Louisville Metro Animal Services Louisville Metro Animal Services spokesperson Stephanie Jackson said holiday volunteer opportunities are open to current volunteers, including holiday dinners for the shelter pets in November and December.Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 10 Dec. 2024
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Large expanses of glass that open onto terraces keep the homes, however, from feeling dark and dank.Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
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The roomful of ALOHAs was unlocking the subtle physical details of everyday life, arguably one of the last expanses of unrecorded human activity.James Somers, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
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The Discovery Set gives an introduction to the brand’s three-step regimen, and helps to reduce redness, inflammation and improve hydration.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The bipartisan bill gives the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission more backstop authority to approve critical infrastructure from electric transmission to interstate natural gas pipelines.Dipka Bhambhani, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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What To See During The Major Lunar Standstill During a major lunar standstill, the moon rises and sets at its most extreme northerly and southerly positions on the east and west horizons, respectively.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Criminologists point out that the reasons why crime rises and falls are complex, with police data offering only a snapshot in time.Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
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Strong networks help women identify opportunities for partnerships, collaborations, and market expansions.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The expansions presented in the article as gift ideas can be purchased directly from the publisher, through online vendors such as Amazon or ordered via your Friendly Local Game Store.Rob Wieland, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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