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spread

Pronunciation: [/spɹid/]

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spread: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use spread in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “coverage”

(verb) to make something reach over an area or cover a surface. Like when you spread butter on bread to cover the whole slice.

Example

She spread the picnic blanket on the grass.

Example

He refused to spread the rumor about his friend.

Example

How quickly can you spread the paint on the canvas?

Context: “food”

(noun) a soft food that can be easily put on top of bread or toast. It's something you might put on a sandwich or eat with a crackers.

Example

I always love a generous spread of cream cheese on my bagel.

Example

He didn't like the taste of the cheese spread on the crackers.

Example

What's your favorite type of sandwich spread?

Context: “information”

(verb) to make something known to a lot of people or to share news or updates widely. Like when you share a story on social media to let everyone know.

Example

They spread the word about their fundraising event through social media.

Example

She was cautious not to spread false information about the incident.

Example

How did you spread the news about the party?

How to pronounce spread

Pronunciation: [/spɹid/]

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