What's the difference between bestrew and strewing?
Bestrew
Definition:
(v. t.) To strew or scatter over; to besprinkle.
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Strewing
Definition:
(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Strew
(n.) The act of scattering or spreading.
(n.) Anything that is, or may be, strewed; -- used chiefly in the plural.
Example Sentences:
(1) Strew with oregano and thyme leaves and drizzle with the pan juices.
(2) There is a further problem strewed across the path of repeal.
(3) Ester + Matt describe their fictional city as 'one part country, two parts awesome and everything about who they are' " – Green Wedding Shoes ignores the fact that most problems at a reception centre around in-law controversy and inappropriate best man behaviour, rather than how to strew bunting around your favourite converted barn.
(4) 8.05pm BST I didn't have time to bake but I have got a table strew with shop-bought treats and a dab of flour on my nose for authenticity.