verb as in strong fondness

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smear, spread, dab

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Example Sentences

Example:He smeared the sauce on the bread.

Definition:To spread or drag something along a surface in a thick, unattractive, or irregular manner.

From smear

Example:He spread the butter on the bread.

Definition:To cause to become more widely or thinly distributed over an area by spreading or stretching out.

From spread

Example:She dabbed the makeup on her face.

Definition:To touch or press lightly, as with a liquid, paint, or paste.

From dab