Example Sentences

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Churchill Capital Corp XI surged 23% to $12.77 on Wednesday.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

The fund surged 32.6% on Monday, as shares of SpaceX dropped 16.4%, according to FactSet data.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026

Avis’ stock surged earlier this year—at one point gaining some 560% year-to-date—before plunging soon afterward.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

Kombucha has surged in popularity worldwide in recent years, becoming one of the most widely consumed fermented drinks.

From Science Daily • Jun. 23, 2026

“I may have overreacted there,” he said, and he chuckled as a bolt of awkward energy surged in his chest.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro