Gently scatter (8)

I believe the answer is:

sprinkle

(Other definitions for sprinkle that I've seen before include "Spatter, liquid say" , "Shower" , "Spread water in fine drops" , "Drizzle" , "Scatter, pour in drops" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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