as in infectious
exciting a similar feeling or reaction in others
spreading enthusiasm that got our club rolling again
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as in disseminating
to cause to be known over a considerable area or by many people
spread the news!
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as in applying
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 circulating
to become known
once news of the war's end had spread, spontaneous celebrations broke out everywhere
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as in transmitting
to cause (something) to pass from one to another
living conditions that help to spread chicken pox
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as in separating
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 increasing
to become greater in size, extent, volume, amount, or number
dissatisfaction with the new administration is spreading rapidly
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Recent Examples of spreading
Brandy Zadrozny, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
The housing crisis is spreading.
—Alena Botros, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2024
This is the key to gathering the dust without spreading it around.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2024
Food Safety Tips Gathering around a charcuterie board to enjoy finger foods and conversation can create a perfect environment for spreading germs.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 21 Oct. 2024
One concern for misinformation experts is who is behind spreading and bolstering fake headline screenshots.
—Erielle Delzer, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2024
Changes to data privacy Grok, X’s AI chatbot, has already been embroiled in controversy, from spreading false information about the 2024 election to generating violent, graphic fake images of famous politicians.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN, 21 Oct. 2024
Remember to prioritize food safety when serving your board to avoid spreading germs; your guests will appreciate the extra care.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 21 Oct. 2024
Social media spreading misinformation only exacerbates the confusion on what filler can and can’t do.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
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The state suspended her license because of a failure to meet standards of care while treating Covid patients and spreading vaccine misinformation; Children’s Health Defense livestreamed the proceedings.
—Brandy Zadrozny, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
The housing crisis is spreading.
—Alena Botros, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2024
This is the key to gathering the dust without spreading it around.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2024
Food Safety Tips Gathering around a charcuterie board to enjoy finger foods and conversation can create a perfect environment for spreading germs.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 21 Oct. 2024
One concern for misinformation experts is who is behind spreading and bolstering fake headline screenshots.
—Erielle Delzer, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2024
Changes to data privacy Grok, X’s AI chatbot, has already been embroiled in controversy, from spreading false information about the 2024 election to generating violent, graphic fake images of famous politicians.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN, 21 Oct. 2024
Remember to prioritize food safety when serving your board to avoid spreading germs; your guests will appreciate the extra care.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 21 Oct. 2024
Social media spreading misinformation only exacerbates the confusion on what filler can and can’t do.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spreading
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What Causes Chronic Wasting Disease? CWD is caused by infectious proteins called prions.Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 5 Nov. 2024
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Court documents show a Maricopa County Superior Court grand jury indicted Jeffrey Michael Kelly on Oct. 29 on four counts of unlawful use of an infectious biological substance or radiological agent.Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
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Another resident, Andrew Becker, suggested the city be more ambitious and bold by applying for federal grants for electric vehicle charging stations along the corridor.Hema Sivanandam, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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Drivers from out of state applying for a California license must pass the knowledge test or take the eLearning course, a no-fail option in which the applicant watches a video and answers questions.Bay Area News Group, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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The hashtag is circulating in Iran after the 25-year-old woman disappeared in Tehran after being taken into custody by police, raising concerns about her treatment as the country continues to crack down on women who defy mandatory hijab laws.Hannah Peart, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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Videos circulating on social media show what appears to be a portion of the gunfire as dozens of people ran behind cars to take cover, some attempting to sprint to safety and others jumping to the ground.Marquise Francis, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Robert Alexander / Getty Images Hundreds of Navajos were recruited by the Marines to serve as Code Talkers during the war, transmitting messages based on their then-unwritten native language.CBS News, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2024
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The robot was being controlled remotely, with abusive comments transmitting through its speakers.Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 19 Oct. 2024
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Nonetheless, Harris has begun the challenging and nuanced task of separating herself from the current anti-crypto policies in favor of a pro-digital asset and blockchain stance in alignment with her Opportunity Economy policies to bolster the middle and working classes.Tonya Evans, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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But his explanation for separating the brands at the time summed up the internal situation well.Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
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County officials attributed increasing mosquito activity to warmer temperatures brought by climate change.Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Syntec continues to focus on expanding its end markets and enhancing its production capacity to meet increasing demand.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Allen Media Group, the owner of TV’s Weather Channel and 27 TV stations, is putting Nielsen in a closer embrace after giving the measurement giant a colder shoulder last year.Brian Steinberg, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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The European flax linen is woven in Portugal and has undergone a garment wash for softness, giving the fabric a relaxed drape.Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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Bond yields have been rising in recent weeks following encouraging reports on inflation and the economy.Alex Veiga, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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Obesity rates in children and adolescents have been rising for decades.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2024
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“Spreading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spreading. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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