Example Sentences

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The conflict has mushroomed to draw in nations around the Middle East, sending energy markets into a tailspin and threatening to torpedo the global economy.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Cordyceps have long been a local folk remedy, but within the last few decades Chinese demand has mushroomed, driving up prices.

From National Geographic • Jan. 4, 2024

Interest in AI has mushroomed since chatbot ChatGPT emerged, causing a stir with its ability to answer complex questions in a human-sounding way.

From BBC • Sep. 3, 2023

The program began as a $1.2-million project and has mushroomed into a $27.5-million initiative that includes an 80-bed shelter and dozens of outreach workers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2022

“Twitter is where that kind of stuff gets coverage and traction,” said Prince, whose social media presence has mushroomed to three million followers on TikTok, 250,000 on Instagram and 43,000 on Twitter.

From New York Times • Mar. 15, 2022