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Spills

🇬🇧 UK //spɪlz// 🇺🇸 US //spɪlz//

Meaning of Spills

Accidentally let a liquid flow out of a container.

In simple words: When a liquid accidentally flows out of its container.

Spills in a sentence

• She accidentally spills coffee all over her notebook.
• The car had a problem that spills oil onto the ground.
• He spills his drink every time he's nervous.
• During the science experiment, he spills several chemicals.
• Water spills when the bucket is too full.
• The toddler spills milk while reaching for cookies.

How to use Spills

Use 'spills' when referring to liquid accidentally flowing out. It's not appropriate for non-liquid substances. Both formal and informal contexts are acceptable.

Grammar pattern

spill + object

Memory hint

Think of spilling milk and the big mess it causes.

Related words

Collocations with Spills

• spill the beans
• spill coffee
• spill blood
• spill over
• spill your drink

Synonyms for Spills

• overflow
• leak
• pour
• shed
• drain

Opposites of Spills

• contains
• holds
• retains

Common mistakes with Spills

• Confusing 'spill' with 'split' meaning to divide.
• Using 'spills' for solid substances instead of liquids.
• Saying 'spilling' instead of 'spills' in present tense.

Frequently asked questions about Spills

What does Spills mean?

When a liquid accidentally flows out of its container.

What is the definition of Spills?

Accidentally let a liquid flow out of a container.

How do you use Spills in a sentence?

She accidentally spills coffee all over her notebook.

Can you give another example of Spills?

The car had a problem that spills oil onto the ground.

What are synonyms for Spills?

Common alternatives include overflow, leak, pour, shed, drain.

What is the opposite of Spills?

Opposite meanings include contains, holds, retains.

What words go with Spills?

It commonly pairs with spill the beans, spill coffee, spill blood, spill over, spill your drink.

What are common mistakes when using Spills?

Confusing 'spill' with 'split' meaning to divide. Using 'spills' for solid substances instead of liquids. Saying 'spilling' instead of 'spills' in present tense.

How do you pronounce Spills?

US: //spɪlz//, UK: //spɪlz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Spills?

Use 'spills' when referring to liquid accidentally flowing out. It's not appropriate for non-liquid substances. Both formal and informal contexts are acceptable.