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spittle

[spit-l] / ˈspɪt l /




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Measles, which can be prevented by vaccination, is an airborne disease spread by the coughs, sneezes and spittle of those infected.

From Washington Times

Some high school coaches might spray spittle and strain their vocal cords in a postgame meeting afterward.

From Los Angeles Times

On one occasion, I saw a fight so violent that spittle flew — like when a boxer is hit by a knockout punch.

From New York Times

The spittle of a sneezing, sniffling guy somehow went through his mask and landed on my forehead.

From Los Angeles Times

One time, the spittle of a sneezing, sniffling guy somehow went through his mask and landed on my forehead.

From Los Angeles Times