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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Thrust into a position that was not his, Bradley had to endure the jeers of frenzied aficionados at the start of his professional career, along with spitting and tossed coins.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

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

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

China’s shipyards, meanwhile, are building the world’s largest navy while spitting out commercial ships.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

"I don't feel like laughing," Sam said, spitting out some stray bits of hair.

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry