fanned

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Visa’s earnings beat was driven by healthy consumer spending despite inflation worries fanned by the Iran war.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

Middle East producers need tankers that have fanned out across the world to deliver their cargoes and sail back, which could take months.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

The Avalanche then increased the advantage 7:39 in the final period after Kempe fanned a shot from the point.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Inflation risks have intensified, fanned by the significant increase in domestic petroleum prices and higher rice prices, said Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

She fanned a red taloned hand in the air, drying it, her eyes still fixed on the screen.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt