outbreak

Example Sentences

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Investors were bracing for futures to start trading later today, with the price of crude oil expected to jump in reaction to the outbreak of conflict in Iran this weekend.

From Barron's

The text did not mention the outbreak of the Iran conflict, instead citing "a steady global economic outlook and current healthy market fundamentals" as their reasons for the increase.

From Barron's

Previously, Macron said the "outbreak" carries "grave consequences for international peace and security", and warned that ongoing escalation is "dangerous for all".

From BBC

If we want to have a global economy, that means inviting the risk of outbreaks, disease and mass death.

From Salon

Prices plummeted last year as a bird flu outbreak eased, but the pace of cooling has slowed in recent months.

From Barron's