SPOONING Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

spooning

verb

present participle of spoon

as in scooping

to lift out with something that holds liquid lovingly spooned the homemade stew out of the pot

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Recent Examples of spooning Carefully turn and cook, spooning butter over, until second side is golden brown and fish is cooked through, about 3 minutes. — Alexia Duchêne, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 July 2026 The fun part of this recipe is poking holes in the cake and then spooning in the blueberry and strawberry fillings alternately to create the red, white, and blue effect. — Brennan Long, Southern Living, 3 July 2026 Make the most of strawberry season by swirling a quick sauce into vanilla ice cream and spooning more on top. — Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026 Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 3 to 5 minutes before spooning into bowls. — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2026 Then Shep leaps into bed with Austen, practically spooning him and draping his legs over the big muppet. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2026 But your interest in separating eggs, stirring continuously, sifting or spooning or levelling flour—in short, your interest in baking—is a lie, although your interest in baked goods remains very much true. — Talia Argondezzi, New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2026 Add juice and lemon slices to skillet and cook until bubbly, then return chicken to the pan, spooning sauce over. — Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 22 Jan. 2026 Dress the salad by gradually spooning the dressing over. — Rebekah Evans, TheWeek, 12 Jan. 2026

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scooping

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Among them was Jorge Sevilla, who spent part of his day scooping water out of his sedan, one cup at a time.

— Kelly Werthmann, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
Along with scooping regularly and investing in quality litter, this air purifier eliminates odors rather than attempting to cover them up, preventing the litter scent from wafting through my home.

— Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026

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