spray

Example Sentences

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All officials could do was spray cool water on the tank, hoping that by cooling it down, tragedy could be avoided.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Researchers delivered the EVs through a nasal spray, allowing the treatment to bypass the brain's protective barrier and travel directly into brain tissue.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

“I don’t think it’s about the wine pairings” and knowing how much cologne to spray, said Anirudh Pai, 27, a founder turned investor who attended the class.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Flowers played a prominent role, with a spray of daffodils bursting from one skirt or the red-orange petals of California's poppy, the state flower, cascading down a dress.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

James picked up another hair accessory, a spray of paste diamonds, and pressed it against the side of his head.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu