Example Sentences

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R0 is a basic reproduction number measuring the contagion potential of a virus, so an R0 of 2.7 means one infected person will spread it to 2.7 other people on average.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

"As we move lumber around the world, the termites are constantly transported to new locations. If they find the climate there acceptable, the problem will spread," Choe said.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

By Sunday, heavy rain will spread south and east across the UK followed by some wintry showers and sunny spells across Scotland, Northern Ireland and later in the day northern England and Wales.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

A new game called “playing outside” will spread among the children as a taboo form of play—first having to sneak out against their parents’ wishes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

But don’t have too many or your behind will spread.

From "The House on Mango Street" by Sandra Cisneros