verb
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to spend wastefully or extravagantly; dissipate
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an obsolete word for scatter
noun
Related Words
See spend.
Other Word Forms
- resquander verb (used with object)
- squanderer noun
- squanderingly adverb
- unsquandered adjective
Etymology
Origin of squander
First recorded in 1585–95; origin uncertain
Example Sentences
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Their conclusion seems to have been that this was an opportunity that should not be squandered.
From BBC
It is a welcome change for a side that squandered any chances they did create in Australia.
From BBC
I have wondered in these pages whether people are squandering their retirement on eating out.
From MarketWatch
They have come in for criticism after squandering a 2-0 lead against bottom side Wolves on Wednesday, conceding a 94th-minute equaliser.
From BBC
What was an opportunity to apply psychological pressure by extending their lead to seven points was squandered, leaving Arsenal only five clear of Manchester City having played one game more.
From BBC
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