to spread
1. to distribute or scatter over an area or surface
She spread the blanket on the grass.
Ela espalhou o cobertor na grama.
2. to disseminate or propagate information, news, or rumors
The news spread quickly through the city.
A notícia se espalhou rapidamente pela cidade.
3. to extend or stretch out
The bird spread its wings.
O pássaro espalhou suas asas.
4. to cause something to cover a wider area
Spread the paint evenly on the wall.
Espalhe a tinta uniformemente na parede.
Related Idioms & Phrases
espalhar a notícia - to spread the news
espalhar-se como pólvora - to spread like wildfire
espalhar boatos - to spread rumors
espalhar a palavra - to spread the word
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