spruce

Example Sentences

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If you’d like to spruce up your mashed sweet potatoes, try stirring in sour cream, butter and olive oil to make them extra creamy.

From Salon

For this Ramadan, Khalil spruced up her home with lights, lanterns and signs, mostly from small businesses.

From Seattle Times

“The tennis courts will be resurfaced and spruced up while we’re there. It’s a way to encourage the growth of both.”

From Washington Post

The NFL spruced up its game by moving back the extra-point line, making the PAT a more competitive play and prompting coaches to go for two.

From Seattle Times

I do not spruce up the cabins only to receive a tip, but since I rarely see the guests, this is one way they can show their appreciation.

From Washington Post