spree

[spriː]

spree Definition

a spell or sustained period of unrestrained activity of a particular kind, typically drinking alcohol or spending money.

Using spree: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "spree" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She went on a shopping spree and spent all her money.

  • Example

    He went on a drinking spree last night and got into trouble.

  • Example

    The city was hit by a crime spree last summer.

spree Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for spree

Phrases with spree

  • killing spree

    a series of murders committed by one person within a short period of time

    Example

    The gunman went on a killing spree in the mall, leaving several people dead.

  • a period of time when someone goes shopping and buys a lot of things

    Example

    She went on a shopping spree and bought new clothes for the whole family.

  • a period of time when a person or group commits a series of crimes

    Example

    The city was hit by a crime spree last summer, with several burglaries and robberies reported every day.

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Summary: spree in Brief

The term 'spree' [spriː] refers to a period of unrestrained activity, often involving excessive consumption of alcohol or spending of money. Examples include 'She went on a shopping spree and spent all her money,' and 'He went on a drinking spree last night and got into trouble.' 'Spree' can also be used in phrases like 'killing spree,' 'shopping spree,' and 'crime spree,' which denote a series of related activities.

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