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spate

noun as in series

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There has been a spate of cyber attacks on major UK businesses this year.

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JLR one of several UK businesses hit this year in a spate of cyber-attacks, including attacks on M&S and Co-op.

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But a spate of mass food poisoning incidents has led non-governmental organisations to call for authorities to suspend the programme due to health concerns.

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The recent spate of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries has affected domestic fuel supply.

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The proposed initiative comes after insurers began pulling back from the California market a few years ago after a spate of wildfires and began seeking double-digit rate increases.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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