has spread
- present perfect of spread (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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The conflict has spread well beyond the Persian Gulf.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
Cyclospora linked to iceberg lettuce has spread to nine US states, part of the largest reported outbreak in US history, health officials said on Friday.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
The movement has spread beyond the capital, with smaller demonstrations springing up Wednesday in major cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru and Patna.
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
Caused by Cyclospora, a foodborne parasite, the outbreak has spread to at least 34 states.
From Slate ● Jul. 17, 2026
Candelario, she pleads as she lifts her hand to knock, for the burning has spread.
From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez
