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as in patch
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 predicament
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 stain
a mark of guilt or disgrace
scandalous conduct that will forever be a spot upon the family name
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as in splash
a very small amount
had only a spot of stew for dinner, as he wasn't very hungry
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as in to sprinkle
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 to notice
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 chance
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Recent Examples of spot
Sarah Han, Allure, 14 Jan. 2025
This phase transition would start in some random spot in the cosmos and race outward at the speed of light, containing within it a brand new kind of universe almost certainly incompatible with the kind of life, chemistry, and even atomic physics that our Universe has managed to concoct.
—Paul Sutter, Ars Technica, 14 Jan. 2025
Leah Dolan, CNN, 15 Jan. 2025
Sources said that could hamper a criminal probe if a cop assigned the vehicle is forced instead to use a standard unmarked car, which could potentially be more easily spotted by drug dealers and other criminals.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2025
Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 2 Dec. 2024
Such an approach is easy to understand; with spot bitcoin ETFs approaching nearly $30 billion in assets and inflows continuing the price of bitcoin and other crypto has been on an upward trend.
—Sean Stein Smith, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Former editor Talia Gutierrez, who has combination skin, likes to use hers as a spot treatment, focusing on her breakout areas (cheeks, chin, and nose).
—Sarah Han, Allure, 14 Jan. 2025
This phase transition would start in some random spot in the cosmos and race outward at the speed of light, containing within it a brand new kind of universe almost certainly incompatible with the kind of life, chemistry, and even atomic physics that our Universe has managed to concoct.
—Paul Sutter, Ars Technica, 14 Jan. 2025
Verb
This summer, British model Lila Moss was spotted atop one of the neon green steeds; while award-winning fashion designer, Stella McCartney, was seen going for an evening ride around Notting Hill with Kate Hudson in 2023.
—Leah Dolan, CNN, 15 Jan. 2025
Sources said that could hamper a criminal probe if a cop assigned the vehicle is forced instead to use a standard unmarked car, which could potentially be more easily spotted by drug dealers and other criminals.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2025
Adjective
This recent upward momentum has been fueled by a surge in investor interest in spot Bitcoin ETFs, following notable outflows on November 25 and 26.
—Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 2 Dec. 2024
Such an approach is easy to understand; with spot bitcoin ETFs approaching nearly $30 billion in assets and inflows continuing the price of bitcoin and other crypto has been on an upward trend.
—Sean Stein Smith, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spot
Noun
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As remnants of a winter storm that dumped as much as 14 inches of snow in parts of the state Thursday and Friday continue to melt, Arkansans commuting to work and school Monday morning are advised to look out for patches of ice on the roads.—
Parker Mancino,
arkansasonline.com,
12 Jan. 2025
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Such a proactive stance entails implementing endpoint security solutions, enforcing strict password policies, educating staff about phishing and malware risks, and ensuring all software is regularly updated with the latest security patches, Schwake concluded.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes,
12 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The confusion over Everton’s managerial situation has been unhelpful given the team’s predicament.—
Patrick Boyland,
The Athletic,
10 Jan. 2025
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The widespread indifference to the Uyghurs’ predicament exposes double standards, not only among today’s prevailing political ideologies, but also within the international politics of human rights.—
Michael Schuman,
The Atlantic,
6 Jan. 2025
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This mat also held up to pet stains—after tossing it in the wash, there was no change in appearance or texture.—
Moriah Mason,
Southern Living,
10 Jan. 2025
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The best way to treat common carpet stains: Step by step What’s the best way to clean pet stains from carpet?—
Jennifer Beck Goldblatt,
Architectural Digest,
9 Jan. 2025
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The Padres had already been a team seen as having a shot at Sasaki’s services, and not just because of the team’s recent history of handing out major contracts and making big splashes.—
C. Trent Rosecrans,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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The New York Yankees made a huge splash in free agency by signing pitcher Max Fried to a $218 million contract in December.—
Newsweek,
Newsweek,
7 Jan. 2025
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He’s teamed up with the folks behind Nami Nori on two new spots in Miami’s Design District—a Nami Nori location that opened in mid-December and a Japanese restaurant called Matsuyoi, opening next month.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
13 Jan. 2025
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As climate change lengthens the shipping season, Greenland occupies an important strategic location.—
John Cassidy,
The New Yorker,
13 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Every seven minutes or so, another helicopter came by and dropped water that sprinkled over the neighborhood.—
Terry Castleman,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2025
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Think New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox or San Francisco Giants vs. Los Angeles Dodgers, and then sprinkle a lot of sazón on it.—
David Betancourt,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
Verb
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In the fall of 2022, Kohn went to a dermatologist after noticing lines form on his head.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
18 Jan. 2025
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Image Nicole Hernandez has been noticing couples express interest in a special culinary addition to their wedding menu.—
Sadiba Hasan,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Firefighters sprayed water faster than tanks could be refilled, and hydrants ran dry.—
the staff of The Morning,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2025
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This focus on giving customers a reason to come to us rather than constantly spraying the market with varying messages set the stage for a sustainable marketing program.—
Vipul Rajpara,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
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“Spot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spot. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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