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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.
I need to be careful not to spend too much on unnecessary items.
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.
They spent the afternoon hiking in the mountains.
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.
She spends a lot of effort maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Lexical Tree
misspend
overspend
spendable
spend
