rampant
Example Sentences
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“At a time of rampant threats to our democratic system, we must strengthen and defend the integrity of our elections to reaffirm that our government is of, by, and for the people,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
Some of these investments—particularly those meant to replace creaky equipment—seem like the types regulators may be inclined to greenlight even if inflation runs rampant or the economy enters a downturn.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
Like most Americans, we had never seen a McDonald’s, though rumors of their existence were rampant.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
Wales were rampant with another Rees-Zammit chase creating havoc in the Italy defence.
From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026
‘If the goddess of victory is running rampant, torn between Greek and Roman, she might make it impossible to bring the two camps together.’
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.