smear over [surface]

Frequency: 8.213.1 per million words

To cover a surface by spreading a substance on it.

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Examples (10)

  • The child smeared jam over the entire table.
  • He accidentally smeared paint over the pristine white wall.
  • Please be careful not to smear ink over your important document.
  • She smeared a thick layer of sunscreen over her exposed skin.
  • The artist smeared oil paint over the canvas, creating a textured effect.
  • Don't smear the butter over the toast; spread it evenly.
  • The dog smeared mud over the clean floor after its walk.
  • I tried to smear some lip balm over my dry lips.
  • He smeared the chocolate sauce over his dessert.
  • The mechanic smeared grease over the moving parts of the machine.