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smattering

[smat-er-ing] / ˈsmæt ər ɪŋ /


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The Specials Live from the Cathedral spans 24 songs and, according to Golding, includes "all the hits you know and love, but also a fair smattering from the Encore album as well".

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026

We have seen all 48 teams in action across three countries over a jam-packed seven days, with 75 goals scored and a smattering of upsets, individual brilliance and controversy.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

As I imagine the series will do well — mystery with a smattering of horror seems very much what the people want — more may be just the ticket for some people.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

A smattering of local Facebook groups against data centers, where members can chat and commiserate, have garnered thousands of community members in just a few months.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

For a time he provoked a smattering of discussion over ham-and-egg breakfasts on the backstretch benches.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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