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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Mary dances; Sam confesses she hasn’t listened to her music in years, practically spitting venom at her former friend.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Armed with spoons, they test the samples in a rapid-fire process of slurping and spitting into metal sinks they call “spittoons.”

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

“You know, you are the spitting image of your mama.”

From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor