Example Sentences

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At some point, this summer peak will crest, and the pace of new infections will begin to decrease.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 19, 2024

Rivers will crest Tuesday into Wednesday morning, Felton said.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 4, 2023

Now, experts predict the river will crest at 35.5 feet Monday.

From Washington Post • Aug. 28, 2022

Scientists are projecting that the country’s sharp increase in cases will crest by the middle of January.

From New York Times • Jan. 1, 2022

The National Weather Service anticipates area rivers will crest and overflow through Friday.

From Fox News • Sep. 2, 2021