spence

chiefly British dialect

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for spence
Noun
  • Food rationing had begun on the first day, but by now, the dining car’s larder was nearly empty.
    Robert Klara, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Squirrels race around adding to their larders, but the chipmunks are nowhere to be seen yet.
    Daryln Brewer Hoffstot Kristian Thacker, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • How Avocados Ripen Avocados naturally ripen after harvesting thanks to ethylene gas, which is a gas released by avocados and other types of produce that softens the exterior of the fruit, converts starches to sugars, and gives avocados their creamy texture and buttery flavor.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 23 May 2025
  • See how these kitchens are jumping on the butter yellow trend, and take notes on the buttery hues to try for yourself.
    Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2025
Noun
  • Wright’s boat, a 21-foot cuddy cabin, remains moored at dock, just like his fishing/mentoring ministry.
    Jaimie Ding, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2022
  • Officials contacted people on the boat — described as a 30- to 35-foot-long cuddy cabin — and found 10 men and five women on board, according to a statement by the U.S. Border Patrol.
    Karen Kucher, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Mar. 2022
Noun
  • The kitchen is done up in coastal blue and gold tones, with a walk-in pantry and a breakfast bar.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 27 May 2025
  • Mississippi Pork Roast With just five pantry staples and a slow cooker, this recipe transforms pork into something special.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2025
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“Spence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spence. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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