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expel vs spit out

spit out vs expel

expel and spit out both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
expel No No Yes No
spit out No No Yes No
As verbs, spit out is a hyponym of expel; that is, spit out is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than expel:
  • expel: eliminate (a substance)
  • spit out: discharge (phlegm or sputum) from the lungs and out of the mouth
expel (verb) spit out (verb)
eliminate (a substance) spit up in an explosive manner
cause to flee discharge (phlegm or sputum) from the lungs and out of the mouth
force to leave or move out utter with anger or contempt
remove from a position or office
Difference between expel and spit out

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