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spritz

American  
[sprits, shprits] / sprɪts, ʃprɪts /

verb (used with object)

  1. to spray briefly and quickly; squirt.

    He spritzed a little soda in his drink.

noun

  1. a quick, brief spray of liquid; squirt.

Etymology

Origin of spritz

1915–20, < German spritzen to squirt, spray

Example Sentences

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Perhaps a hint of lavender in Ford’s new-car spritz?

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

There, many skiiers also complain about day trippers, noting that many seem more interested in sunbathing and drinking spritz on the slopes, where loud music pumps out from nearby speakers.

From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026

Lounge under the umbrellas, take photos in the marigold-tinted space and learn how to make the perfect Aperol spritz.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2025

If you become aware the flight attendants are using spray to "spritz" the aircraft near you, you may want to put some socks or deodorant on, Mary says, as cabin crew won't say anything directly.

From BBC • Sep. 28, 2024

The rain has ended, not even the soft spritz remains, just sky that is blue and a breeze that is soft.

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers

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