splayed

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He offers instead a soul-print in which Yarris’ plight is captured in the splayed nerve endings of the stage character he creates.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

Biking gear and supplies were splayed around the living room.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026

Back in my room, I lay in bed and splayed out the cash in my hand, sending a photo of the bounty to my wife, who was surely fast asleep.

From Slate • Nov. 18, 2025

Villarreal: With a book of Rumi’s poetry splayed across her stomach, no less.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2025

Over the smoky greenwood coals, long sticks splayed out the two hogs.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead