spread
Example Sentences
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The money mostly goes to the middle men, but one can assume it gets spread around in various ways.
From Salon
A new regulator, national plans to upgrade pipes and sewers, and limits on spreading sewage sludge on land are among proposals in a Welsh government shake-up of the nation's water system.
From BBC
At the beginning of the Universe, both dark matter and ordinary matter were likely spread thinly across space.
From Science Daily
Group stage soccer matches are often spread across venues in a country during the Olympics, with a stadium in the host city holding the final games.
From Los Angeles Times
So instead of hunkering down and trying to look as small as possible, I spread out, extending my legs and finding a comfortable position.
From Los Angeles Times
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