- present participle of spiral.
Example Sentences
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But with key Gulf producers shut out of the global market, pledges to raise output in a bid to ease spiralling prices are unlikely to sway traders.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
While Malta's economy grew 4.0 percent last year, there are concerns the conflict could have an impact on tourism due to spiralling aviation fuel costs and drive up inflation.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
While Malta's economy grew 4.0 percent last year, there are concerns the conflict in the Middle East could have an impact on tourism due to spiralling aviation fuel costs, and drive up inflation.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
It would be unwise to bet against events spiralling out of control.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
I could feel a tremble in my stomach, spiralling outwards through my body.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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