cascading

Example Sentences

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“The auto-liquidation process that works for perpetuals — that could trip over, and then cause a cascading effect going down exponentially,” Duffy said during the interview.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Osaka arrived on Court Suzanne Lenglen with a black corset and cascading pleated skirt that swept dramatically over the red clay.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Segura was appointed to the role as the city faced cascading climate hazards, including severe drought and extreme heat waves.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The film’s portrayal of The Jackson 5 years aims for even rosier nostalgia, evoking memories of hearing a young Michael’s voice, cascading over the radio waves and into the hearts of millions.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

Harry estimated that their owners were fewer than twenty feet away, but the cascading river made it impossible to tell for sure.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling