spent
ˈspent 
; spending
; spending
1
: to expend or waste wealth or strength
2
: to become expended or consumed
3
: to have an orgasm
spender
noun
Synonyms
Examples of spend in a Sentence
I spent $30 on his birthday gift.
They spend a lot on clothes and cars.
I want to buy a new car, but I don't have much money to spend.
Her willingness to spend freely made her popular among her friends.
He spends lavishly on vacations.
I spent my summer at the beach.
She spent eight months living in New York City.
Relaxing with friends is a great way to spend a weekend.
Our cat spends most of his time sleeping.
Too much of my time is spent arguing with customers.
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Beth’s final years were spent in and out of treatment centers battling depression.
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Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
Julie has spent time in Norman, Oklahoma, and New York since May.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 20 Nov. 2024
The Giants can tender DeVito with a league minimum deal and use the extra cash to spend at another position while avoiding paying top dollar for a veteran backup quarterback.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 20 Nov. 2024
Trending Nationally Atmospheric river heading into Bay Area, will bring first major storms of winter rainy season
Boston is spending millions on bike lanes amid a budget crunch.
—The Denver Post, 20 Nov. 2024
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Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
Julie has spent time in Norman, Oklahoma, and New York since May.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 20 Nov. 2024
The Giants can tender DeVito with a league minimum deal and use the extra cash to spend at another position while avoiding paying top dollar for a veteran backup quarterback.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 20 Nov. 2024
Trending Nationally Atmospheric river heading into Bay Area, will bring first major storms of winter rainy season
Boston is spending millions on bike lanes amid a budget crunch.
—The Denver Post, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Spend.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spend. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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