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spiraling
  • present participle of spiral.

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Spiraling homelessness and a housing crisis drew considerable attention to this year’s race.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 25, 2022

Spiraling demand had led to inventory build ups, which in turn has forced companies to drive down the prices of chips.

From Reuters • Sep. 29, 2022

Spiraling costs and long gaps between missions will make for a tough comeback if things go south, he noted.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 24, 2022

Spiraling administrative costs have a direct impact on educational outcomes.

From Washington Times • Jan. 24, 2018

Spiraling downward, transparent globe and four laboring spacecraft vanished behind the horizon.

From Industrial Revolution by Anderson, Poul William