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spitting

VERB

eject saliva or substance

Synonyms

STRONGEST

drool hiss spew sputter

STRONG

discharge expectorate hawk sibilate sizz slobber spatter splutter spritz

WEAK

throw out

Antonyms

WEAK

swallow

Example Sentences

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The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index is having its longest winning streak in five years and the broader S&P 500 is within spitting distance of an all-time high.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

In a tempestuous opening couple of minutes, St Helens' Jake Wingfield accused Brad O'Neill of spitting in his face, with referee Jack Smith putting the incident on report.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

If nothing sticks, the Dodgers are also not shy about spitting out the pitcher and designating him for assignment.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

Barroso II, managed by Royal Dutch Shell, began spitting skyward some 100,000 barrels daily.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2026

They galloped around the marble columns, spitting flames, neighing with a sound like sandblasters.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan