Example Sentences

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The onset of dementia in Árni spurs his grandson to consider what’s lost when the markers of memory depart.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Competition spurs innovation, disciplines firms, drives down prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

The team of volunteers are "immensely proud" of their efforts, added Julian, and hearing from the charities how the money is used to help people "spurs you on to make more."

From BBC • May 19, 2026

The company spurs interest by contacting consumers directly, using its proprietary databases.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Ser Brynden Tully put the spurs to his horse and trotted briskly toward the banners.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin