Example Sentences

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"Spending on debt interest, public services, investment and benefits all increased in May 2026, compared with last May," ONS statistician Tom Davies said.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

Spending on travel, tourism, and restaurants stands out.

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

Spending on big experiences, even expensive ones, can provide more lasting happiness than buying stuff.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

Spending on building projects rose by 0.4% to an annualized pace of $2.172 trillion in April, versus $2.165 trillion in March.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Spending on jails and prisons by state and federal governments has risen from $6.9 billion in 1980 to nearly $80 billion today.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson