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spreads

Pronunciation: [sprɛdz]

Word

Learn how to use spreads in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “distribution”

(verb) to move from one place to cover a larger area. If you spread something like butter on bread, you make it thinner but cover more of the bread.

Example

She spreads jam on her toast every morning.

Example

He doesn't spread the peanut butter very well, leaving some parts without any.

Example

How do you spread the paint on the wall?

Context: “food”

(noun) a mixture that you put on bread or crackers. A spread can be something tasty like cream cheese or hummus.

Example

We had a delicious spread of cheese and crackers at the party.

Example

There was no spread available for the sandwich, so it tasted dry.

Example

What is your favorite spread for bagels?

Context: “information”

(verb) to share news or information with a lot of people. When you spread news, you let many others know about it.

Example

The news about the school festival spreads quickly among the students.

Example

Rumors usually spread too fast, and many people get confused.

Example

How did the news about the event spread so quickly?

Context: “growth”

(verb) to grow over time and take up more space. Like when seeds spread in a garden and new plants pop up.

Example

The flowers spread across the garden, creating a beautiful view.

Example

The weeds didn't spread much this year, which is good for the other plants.

Example

How do you think the grass will spread in the warmer weather?

How to pronounce spreads

Pronunciation: [sprɛdz]

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