SPILLS Synonyms: 94 Similar and Opposite Words

spills 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of spill

as in reveals

to make known (as information previously kept secret) the actor's butler spilled the secret to a tabloid for $40,000

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spills

2 of 2

noun

plural of spill

as in falls

the act of going down from an upright position suddenly and involuntarily she tripped over the toy and had a nasty spill on the stairs

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Recent Examples of spills

Verb

Before long, the train passes Bridal Veil Falls, where water spills down a granite cliff beside the tracks, followed by Inspiration Point, a dramatic overlook that offers sweeping views back toward Skagway and the Taiya Inlet. — Bailey Berg, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026 So, when Obama leaves the room for a moment, David takes the opportunity to sneak a sip and accidentally spills the orange drink all over the president’s suit jacket, which was resting on a chair. — Mike Miller, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Aug. 2026 Seal granite to enhance stain resistance, blot spills immediately, and use coasters, trivets, and mats to prevent damage. — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026 Dip into the infinity-style Aqua Pool that seemingly spills right into the Mediterranean. — Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 Inside, sunlight spills onto the tables where embroiderers sit, their needles dancing in near silence across stretches of fabric. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 30 July 2026 Amanoi isn’t new, but this nearly perfect coastal hotel spills down the side of a mountain in a remote national park in Vietnam and continues to stun at every turn. — Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 23 July 2026 When Mexico wins, and does so with authority at a World Cup, the party spills into the streets. — Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 1 July 2026 Grief has always been at the core of the French Cuban twin duo’s work, but joy spills over in the rumbling electronic-R&B production, dramatic strings, and exultant hand percussion of Offering, their first album as independent artists. — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 26 June 2026

Noun

From automotive grease stains to juice spills on the carpet, makeup stains, pet stains, or even as a laundry pre-spotter, Stingray Spot Remover gets the job done. — ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026 Fussy fabrics and finishes have no place in a room with the potential for spills and splatters at any time. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 17 Aug. 2026 Unplug your machine, and spread a towel underneath the panel door where the filter is located to protect the floor from potential water spills. — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 17 Aug. 2026 Food spills usually require soap and water, not harsh chemicals that may pose health risks. — Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026 Pluribus has proven an awards juggernaut — wine spills be damned. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Aug. 2026 Steam cleaning works best for fresh spills and light messes, making cleanup easier. — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026 It’s crafted from durable nylon that keeps your belongings dry in case of accidental spills or light showers and features RFID-blocking card pockets to protect your identity from digital theft. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2026 Even the thesis-paper title spills into dangerous, hormonal territory. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 7 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for spills

Verb

Reading The Quality Of A Tennis Necklace The difference between a tennis necklace that lasts and one that does not reveals itself in details most people never think to check.

— Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
But Roy’s story of Annie (Arjun Raina), a New Delhi architecture student caught in a vicious cycle of failing and repeating his studies, gradually reveals itself as a sharp and poignant portrayal of youth, deftly poised between hope and cynicism.

— Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of reveals

Noun

That’s partly because poor balance often leads to falls, which, for older adults, can initiate a domino effect of physical and mental decline.

— Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
Those who keep it are less likely to experience falls, have better heart health, and are generally more likely to live longer, healthier lives.

— Mike McRae August 24, New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of falls

Verb

Then, in late May 1986, Kontras, whose tall, athletic build discloses a lifelong dedication to good health, noticed a swelling on the left side of his back that was numb to the touch.

— Jeff Murray, Outdoor Life, 20 Aug. 2026
The filing discloses no significant catastrophe losses in the first half of 2026, meaning the Geico deterioration is purely operational rather than weather-driven.

— Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of discloses

Noun

Compounding those stumbles have been frequent defensive breakdowns.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
In the June 27 debate, put on by CNN, the then-president delivered a halting performance with a raspy voice, struggling with multiple stumbles and lost trains of thought.

— Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of stumbles

Noun

But their erotic encounter is short-lived, as Joe tumbles and blows his back out while sheepishly dancing to Sade.

— Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 11 July 2026
This highly competent, obsessive duo tumbles into a self-destructive cat-and-mouse dynamic — but who’s the cat and who’s the mouse?

— Sara Netzley, Entertainment Weekly, 2 July 2026

Definition of tumbles

Verb

At the same time, the film tells a true story that powerfully illustrates how indispensable investigative journalism is in uncovering historical crimes.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 20 Aug. 2026
Meanwhile, the Harford County Humane Society tells CBS News Baltimore there have been 140 owner surrenders through the county's animal control this summer, which is double last summer's total.

— Tara Lynch, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of tells

Verb

Set against a conflict that transformed the Horn of Africa, the film uncovers a story with universal relevance—where literature became a battlefield and a writer paid the ultimate price.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026
For companies without a data retention plan, a thorough data inventory often uncovers personal information that has been accumulating across systems for years.

— Jodi Daniels, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026