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Spilled vs. Spilt

Spilled

/spɪl/
The act of accidentally letting liquid flow out of its container

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Spilt

To accidentally let a liquid overflow or fall out of a container

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etymology
  • Spilled and spilt are different forms of the past and past participle of spill.
  • The choice between spilled and spilt often depends on regional preference.
  • Spilled is more commonly used in American English.
  • Spilt is more commonly found in British English.
  • Both forms communicate the same action of causing something to flow or fall out.
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