spend
verb (used with object)
to pay out, disburse, or expend; dispose of (money, wealth, resources, etc.).
spending
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present participleof spend.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Musk’s team argued that the spending on AI data centers would have quick payback, perhaps in less than one year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
China’s economic growth cooled to its weakest pace in over three years during the second quarter, as a surge in AI-driven exports wasn’t enough to offset a sluggish domestic economy and weak consumer spending.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
The spending was disclosed to the BBC through Freedom of Information requests and is likely to reignite debate over whether Banksy's work is vandalism or valuable public art.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
Berkshire Hathaway is making a lot of money again, and it’s spending a lot as well, a good chunk of it to buy its own stock.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 8, 2026
“I’m just saying. Haven’t you noticed all the extra money Mom’s been spending? The kitchen remodel? Three vacations in six months?”
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
