spit a mouthful

Frequency: 5.55.2 per million words

to force a mouthful of something out of your mouth

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Examples (10)

  • After tasting the sour milk, she immediately spat a mouthful into the sink.
  • The toddler accidentally spat a mouthful of mashed banana across the table.
  • He took a sip of the drink and promptly spat a mouthful out in disgust.
  • If the soup is too hot, be careful not to spit a mouthful back into the bowl.
  • She had to spit a mouthful of toothpaste into the basin after brushing.
  • The old man often spits a mouthful of tobacco juice onto the ground.
  • When the child swallowed too much seawater, he instinctively spat a mouthful back.
  • Trying to make a point, the debater nearly spat a mouthful of water onto his opponent.
  • They taught her not to spit a mouthful of food when she talks.
  • Feeling nauseous, he quickly leaned over and spat a mouthful onto the pavement.