Pepper with

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verb

To put or mix a lot of things uniformly or randomly into something.

The teacher peppered the final exam with trick questions.
Visual representation of "pepper with" - To put or mix a lot of things uniformly or randomly into something

Often appears as...

  • peppered with questions
  • peppered with bullets
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Figurative Usage

Used to suggest many small items or aspects are present, like real pepper scattered in a dish.

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The story was peppered with interesting facts.
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Emphasis on Variety

Conveys the idea of diversity, indicating a mixture of different things.

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The curriculum was peppered with various hands-on activities.
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Unexpected Elements

Can imply the unexpected presence or insertion of elements in something.

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His speech was peppered with surprising jokes.
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