spiral
noun
a plane curve generated by a point moving around a fixed point while constantly receding from or approaching it.
has been spiralling
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present perfect progressiveof spiral (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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The economy has been spiralling downwards even further since, with the government for the first time asking the United Nations food programme for help to alleviate shortages.
From BBC ● Apr. 30, 2024
The biggest driver of that retreat has been spiralling long-term borrowing costs.
From Reuters ● Oct. 27, 2023
Meanwhile, anti-western sentiment has been spiralling in Syria, not only among supporters of the government, but among the opposition.
From The Guardian ● Sep. 6, 2014
