specking

present participle of speck

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Recent Examples of specking Of course local photographer Geoff Baker was out and about in the storm as well, and his black-and-white shot of Main Street, with the snow specking the lens, is also memorable. Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 8 Feb. 2026
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Verb
  • For rust or grease stains, try sprinkling baking soda directly on the spot, then scrubbing with a vinegar and water solution.
    Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 21 June 2026
  • During Tuesday’s practice, which was the first of three on-field sessions this week, the Dolphins opened up the play-action game during the first 11-on-11 period by sprinkling in some running plays.
    Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 2 June 2026
Verb
  • With mannequins dotting the courtyard, the Italian brand made a statement.
    Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
  • To achieve crisp dots and clean linework at home, Slynko recommends using a dotting tool and a thin detail brush, or reaching for a stamping plate.
    Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 20 June 2026
Verb
  • Purchase a masonry cleaning solution that includes degreasing solid agents or agents that remove plant staining and mold.
    Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026
  • This is how to safely clean a jute rug without fraying or staining the fibers.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 July 2026
Verb
  • FireSat will help incident commanders get better information more quickly, and, unlike fire-spotting aircraft, the satellites can linger over a fire for days or weeks and aren’t hampered by high winds or smoke.
    Eric Niiler, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • Tuxedo cats have a black and white patterned coat, which is caused by a piebald or white-spotting gene.
    Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 5 July 2026

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“Specking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specking. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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