"Spruik" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
To spruik means to enthusiastically and often insincerely promote or publicize something, particularly especially something considered insignificant or useless, in order to deceive or cheat.
To be in the early stage of growth or development, especially beginning to emerge or come out:<br><br> A sprouting seed starts to grow roots and a plant stem.<br> A new business idea is just beginning to sprout.<br><br>When spring arrives, plants and flowers often begin to sprout.<br> <br> springs from<br> Develops or grows from a small beginning.<br><br>The company has been sprouting ideas for innovative products.
Sprucing refers to the act of making something more attractive or appealing by adding or improving small details, or to decorate or embellish something, especially with festive items such as Christmas decorations.<br><br>Example: "She liked to spruce up her living room for the holidays."