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to spend
01
to use money as a payment for services, goods, etc.
Examples
She spent a lot on gifts for her family during the holiday season.
02
to pass time in a particular manner or in a certain place
Ditransitive: to spend time doing sth
Transitive: to spend time
Examples
He spends his free time practicing the guitar.
03
to use energy, effort, etc., particularly until no more remains
Transitive: to spend energy or resources
Examples
The storm spent its fury before reaching the coastal areas.
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misspend
overspend
spendable
spend
