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Spate

Noun / speɪt / Another word for spate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a large number of similar things or events happening in quick succession

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. There was a spate of car accidents on the highway this morning.
  2. We've had a spate of rainy days lately.
  3. There has been a spate of new restaurants opening up in town.
  4. The company experienced a spate of layoffs last year.
  5. The school had a spate of student illnesses last month.

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  • "A spate of new books and articles aim to help people navigate the new world of social media etiquette." - The Wall Street Journal
  • "A spate of shootings in the area has left residents feeling unsafe." - NBC News
  • "The spate of recent data breaches has many people worried about the security of their personal information." - Forbes

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