Example Sentences

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The study found that wolverines are spreading into southern parts of Sweden while declining in regions that historically supported the largest populations.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

The key question isn’t simply whether gas prices are rising, but whether those higher energy costs are spreading into the rest of the economy.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

With delayed detection, cases are spreading across Congo, including in the cities of Goma and Bukavu, both under the control of a rebel group, M23, and cut off from the resources of Congo’s central government.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Even people who say they have medical qualifications are spreading misinformation online and in podcasts, according to psychosexual and relationship therapist Evie Plumb.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

I’ve a mind to call that Dennis James on the phone and say, Who do you think you are, spreading lies like that?

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett