sprayed

Example Sentences

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“And when the ball gets sprayed, guys have to make plays.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Aerial footage filmed by local TV stations on Friday showed jets of water being sprayed at the tank, which has a capacity of 34,000 gallons.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

While washing food can remove most of the chemicals, direct exposure from inhaling Roundup while it’s sprayed on crops likely carries a much higher risk.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

The numbing lidocaine was injected first and sprayed down my windpipe, making me feel as if I were drowning.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

Down the street, a firecracker sprayed crimson sparks across the sky.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros