spare
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The 1983 reforms passed with months to spare.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
The arrangement of Noguchi’s sculptural set pieces—some heavy and solid, others linear and light, alongside Graham’s mostly form-fitting costumes—evokes spare landscapes framing theatrical fashion.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Whoever’s supporting McLeod’s activities — whatever they might be other than supposedly bringing reconciliation to Republicans and Democrats — they appear to have money to spare.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
She started making shirts three years ago as a hobby for her sister's leaving day and now creates custom designs commissioned by online customers in her spare time.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
“I mean the bravest, kindest human of us,” Danny amended, to spare the prince’s feelings.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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Vocabulary from the Introduction to "Reality is Broken" by Jane McGonigal
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