Example Sentences

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They had assiduously saved the cash that came in from gifts and summer jobs, and it had compounded over time to reach a princely sum.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

Natalia Gurushina, chief economist for emerging markets with VanEck, said the latest turmoil had compounded outflows.

From Reuters • Nov. 12, 2023

In some cases, the problems were worse further out from discharge or had compounded.

From Washington Times • Feb. 14, 2023

He added that poor drainage had compounded the flooding in the capital: "It's a problem that continued to grow, the city and greater Santo Domingo area grew without a real drainage system."

From BBC • Nov. 7, 2022

“Why can’t we have some hens this fall, daddy?” asked Sandy, luxuriating in a big bowl of custard sweetened with brown sugar, which the skilful Charlie had compounded.

From The Boy Settlers A Story of Early Times in Kansas by Rogers, W. A. (William Allen)