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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
Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
An innovation center in Germany spreads festive cheer with a unique holiday greeting.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2024
The Fresh Market Fresh Market offers a variety of meal packages and a la carte options ranging from classic holiday ham meals to prime rib meals and holiday brunch spreads.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 13 Dec. 2024
But recent bans, Levine said, are a much more coordinated political campaign that often spreads across school systems and states.
—Jenny Gold, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
The luxury packaging allows this candle to double as decor in any space, while the rose scent spreads throughout the space.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2024
Acknowledge Leadership’s Role In Shaping Culture Culture often trickles down from leadership and spreads like a ripple across the organization.
—Archana Rao, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
One possibility is that the DCIS cell turns into a cancer cell and spreads throughout the body.
—Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
Position yourself as the person who knows what's coming, and your name will be included when the news spreads to everyone.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Wastewater testing can therefore give an earlier and more accurate indication of COVID-19 levels as the infection spreads to different areas, rather than just relying on positive tests.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
An innovation center in Germany spreads festive cheer with a unique holiday greeting.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2024
The Fresh Market Fresh Market offers a variety of meal packages and a la carte options ranging from classic holiday ham meals to prime rib meals and holiday brunch spreads.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 13 Dec. 2024
But recent bans, Levine said, are a much more coordinated political campaign that often spreads across school systems and states.
—Jenny Gold, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
The luxury packaging allows this candle to double as decor in any space, while the rose scent spreads throughout the space.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2024
Acknowledge Leadership’s Role In Shaping Culture Culture often trickles down from leadership and spreads like a ripple across the organization.
—Archana Rao, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
One possibility is that the DCIS cell turns into a cancer cell and spreads throughout the body.
—Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
Position yourself as the person who knows what's coming, and your name will be included when the news spreads to everyone.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spreads
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Moreover, the qualified immunity that prosecutors have for purposes of not enabling lawsuits aimed at redressing good faith prosecutions, applies to prosecutors, not investigators—and the FBI is an investigatory agency.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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This case has become a bellwether for how traditional copyright law applies to AI development.Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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That minimal percentage is caused by extremely dry air that circulates throughout the cabin at 30,000 feet.Sara Button, AFAR Media, 19 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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This increases the chances of feeling sleepy at bedtime.Mill Etienne, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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What's more, exposure to gluten, and therefore to its famous ‘alpha-gliadin’ molecule, increases the production of zonulin, a protein that promotes the stretching of the intestine's tight junctions at the intestinal level.Marie Bladt, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Colonnade often themes its buffet lunches and dinners and, as a plus, offers outdoor seating.Janice Wald Henderson, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
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On other occasions, members of the commercial team were able to get chauffeurs, five-star hotels, first-class flights, and $100 dinners per night, such as at Nobu Miami, while trying to complete deals.Adam Crafton, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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This is a trek across rugged tundra alongside wild lakes and rivers amidst the vast expanses of wilderness that define Alaska.Everett Potter, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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As a result, Disney's show was soon eclipsed by others elsewhere which were held over fields and expanses of water like Dubai's dramatic display.Caroline Reid, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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From when to take it off to how to clean your diamond or gemstone, the GIA Graduate Gemologist and 4th-generation jeweler gives the inside scoop.Shelby Wax, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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Mike Morse Law Firm gives $20 Uber vouchers The Mike Morse Law Firm is giving away 1,000 $20 Uber vouchers for people 21 and up to use in Metro Detroit on New Years Eve.Natalie Davies, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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Steve Hard, the current head of medical at Portsmouth, explains how there are more layers to the job the higher a club rises through the leagues.Tom Burrows, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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Each time the calendar flips during the NBA season, that number rises by just under $12k.Tony East, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Since then, Minute has committed to maintaining a monthly print schedule while evolving SI’s digital strategy with local sites and international expansions as well as sub-brands like Sportsperson of the Year and SI Swimsuit.Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Simply put, Destiny 3 would have to be made with less resources than the number of devs who were just making seasons and expansions before this, and how exactly is that going to go for a full sequel?Paul Tassi, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Spreads.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spreads. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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