spree

noun

ˈsprē How to pronounce spree (audio)
Synonyms of spree
: an unrestrained indulgence in or outburst of an activity
a buying spree
also : a drunken revel : binge

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went on a spending spree
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Meta Platforms has become a battleground stock, and its massive artificial intelligence spending spree has become the biggest point of debate. — Paulina Likos, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026 The chilling new detail about Jesus Acosta’s horrific spree was revealed at the 31-year-old ex-con’s arraignment in Bronx Criminal Court late Sunday, where he was ordered held without bail for the two cold-blooded shootings. — John Annese, New York Daily News, 31 Aug. 2026 After a two-month dry spell, Strategy has resumed its Bitcoin buying spree. — Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026 Vinson hit Bunch for a 34-yard TD strike late in the second quarter to end Maine South’s scoring spree. — Bobby Narang, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for spree

Word History

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First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of spree was in 1804

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“Spree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spree. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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spree

noun
ˈsprē How to pronounce spree (audio)
: an outburst of activity
a buying spree

Geographical Definition

Spree

geographical name

ˈshprā How to pronounce Spree (audio) ˈsprā How to pronounce Spree (audio)
river 247 miles (397 kilometers) long in eastern Germany flowing north into the Havel River
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