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Definitions

spared

[spaird] / spɛərd /
ADJECTIVE
boxed
Synonyms
STRONG
cased crated
ADJECTIVE
exempt
Synonyms
STRONGEST
immune
STRONG
absolved clear cleared discharged excepted excluded excused favored free liberated privileged released unbound walked
WEAK
beat the rap let go let off not liable not responsible not subject off the hook outside set apart special unchecked unrestrained unrestricted unshackled void of
Antonyms
STRONG
hindered prevented
WEAK
accountable answerable liable nonexempt responsible

Example Sentences

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Hall of Famer Doc Rivers wasn’t spared the scrutiny.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

“With no expense spared, this property boasts luxury quality construction, with grand scale and volume throughout, flooded with fresh air and brilliant Southern California sunlight,” the description stated.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

On a production like this, no second or cent can be spared.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Their stand-in renditions spared livestock and human attendants from sacrifice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Had I known at the first what now I know—nay, had I even guess at him—one so precious life had been spared to many of us who did love her.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker