overspread
[oh-ver-spred]
verb (used with object), o·ver·spread, o·ver·spread·ing.
to spread or diffuse over: A blush of embarrassment overspread his face.
Origin of overspread
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Historical Examples of overspread
We reached Penrith as the grey of dawn had overspread the sky.
Recollections of Dante Gabriel RossettiT. Hall Caine
A vivid flame of scarlet had overspread the Duke's countenance.
The Strolling SaintRaphael Sabatini
But the radiance that now overspread it was from an inward source.
The Sea-HawkRaphael Sabatini
Watching her he beheld the scarlet stain that overspread her face.
ScaramoucheRafael Sabatini
The stern, dark face of the Alcalde was overspread by a grim smile.
The Historical Nights Entertainment, Second SeriesRafael Sabatini
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