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as in specks
a small area that is different (as in color) from the main part
in summer the white coat of the snow leopard is studded with brownish black spots
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as in pickles
a difficult, puzzling, or embarrassing situation from which there is no easy escape
we're in a bit of a spot right now with our mortgage payments
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as in stains
a mark of guilt or disgrace
scandalous conduct that will forever be a spot upon the family name
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as in splashes
a very small amount
had only a spot of stew for dinner, as he wasn't very hungry
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as in locations
the area or space occupied by or intended for something
the cat grabbed my spot on the couch the minute I stood up
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as in dots
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 notices
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 sprays
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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Noun
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Specialties include the Reuben and the Hook ’Em Up, an onion roll filled with pepper beef, turkey, salad, and pickles.—
Toriano Porter,
Kansas City Star,
2 Jan. 2025 -
Standard toppings include lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, American and hot pepper cheeses, Miracle Whip mayonnaise and mustard served on an onion roll.—
Toriano Porter,
Kansas City Star,
2 Jan. 2025
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Starbucks, however, said about 170 Starbucks locations did not open as planned on Tuesday, Christmas Eve.—
Kate Gibson,
CBS News,
24 Dec. 2024
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Only a select number of locations will be open on Christmas Day.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
24 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Then, from April 23 to May 25, 2025, the Brisbane Comedy Festival will take over the city with more than 100 artists performing at four different venues.—
Sarah Reid,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Dec. 2024
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Jewish athletes distinguished themselves across events, venues and tiers of competition — from the Olympics to the major leagues to college ball.—
Jacob Gurvis,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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Of the two that would be acquired through a trade (Suzuki and Robert), Rosenthal sees the latter as being the one who is more available.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Nair’s work often explored themes of moral conflict, existential dilemmas, and the intricate dynamics of rural life, reflecting his deep understanding of his cultural milieu.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
26 Dec. 2024
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Yet, with these advancements come significant ethical dilemmas—bias in algorithms, job displacement, privacy concerns and potential misuse of technology.—
Izabela Lundberg,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Choose from nine colors and patterns, such as versatile solid grey to a fun rainbow tie-dye hue that’s great for the littles at home.—
Brittany VanDerBill,
People.com,
30 Dec. 2024
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While Eden Rock doesn’t have a dedicated kids' club, the pool and pristine beach are the perfect playground for littles.—
Lindsay Cohn,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Dec. 2024
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“Spots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spots. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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