: one (such as a political candidate) having little or no chance of winning but capable of depriving a rival of success
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a
: a long narrow plate along the upper surface of an airplane wing that may be raised for reducing lift and increasing drag see airplane illustration
b
: an air deflector on an automobile to reduce the tendency to lift off the road at high speeds
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: information about the plot of a motion picture or TV program that can spoil a viewer's sense of surprise or suspense
also: a person who discloses such information
Example Sentences
The review contains a few spoilers, so don't read it if you haven't seen the movie.
Recent Examples on the WebTo relate almost anything that happens after the first act would constitute a spoiler. Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Sep. 2022 Her appearance leaked before the episode hit Disney Plus, but the leak was not a significant spoiler for the show. Chris Smith, BGR, 4 Sep. 2022 What's more, host Jeff Probst recently dropped a major spoiler about Survivor 43, which premieres September 21. Jacqueline Saguin, Good Housekeeping, 1 Sep. 2022 Each example of the anniversary variant is finished in a matte coat of Steel Blue and features the French tricolor on its side view mirrors, fuel cap and, most prominently of all, the underside of its active rear spoiler. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 31 Aug. 2022 Entering Tuesday, the Angels had played spoiler in winning four games in a row. Sarah Valenzuela, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2022 This progressive feeling, combined with Lange’s natural 12-degree stance (16 degrees with a spoiler), puts you in the best-possible fore position for carving.Outside Online, 30 Aug. 2022 But, spoiler, the woman in the black face mask, sheer gloves, and hoop earrings isn’t her. Sam Reed, Glamour, 30 Aug. 2022 Aside from the fender flares that bulge out slightly, the only other exterior changes are the large duckbill-like spoiler that Lucid says creates a net downforce. Tony Quiroga, Car and Driver, 19 Aug. 2022 See More