Example Sentences

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There’s already some evidence that the inflationary effect of energy prices is spreading.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

However, the insider-trading problem within prediction markets is spreading to burden other organizations too.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

"The outbreak is spreading rapidly," Tedros told a virtual ministerial meeting on the viral haemorrhagic fever, which spreads through direct contact with bodily fluids.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

A duplex fad is spreading among the city’s developers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

She's watching her brother, and whatever he's doing is spreading.

From "Counting by 7s" by Holly Goldberg Sloan