Strew and Spread

Strew

Strew verb - Spread by scattering ("straw" is archaic).
Usage example: strew toys all over the carpet
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Synonyms for Strew

Spread is a synonym for strew in scatter topic. In some cases you can use "Spread" instead a verb "Strew", when it comes to topics like move, process.

Nearby Words: strewn, strewing

Spread

Spread verb - To cause to be known over a considerable area or by many people.

Strew is a synonym for spread in move topic. You can use "Strew" instead a verb "Spread", if it concerns topics such as process, scatter, publicize, open or fan out.

Nearby Words: spreading, spreader
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