spate
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While Musk's AI ambitions have struggled amid a spate of controversies, SpaceX's rocket business and Starlink are considered leaders in the industry – both possess a comfortable lead over the competition.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
Cerebras seemed to go public at the perfect time, after a spate of blockbuster first-quarter results from chip companies inspired investors to pile into the stocks.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
A spate of bear encounters, including at hot spring resorts and in supermarkets last year, sparked alarm, with the government deploying troops to help hunt and trap them.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
The spate of quakes is a reminder that earthquakes are indeed a threat to Nevada — less profound than the seismic risk in California, for sure, but every bit as real.
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026
In a spate of loneliness, I felt about inside Bear’s sack, found his recorder, and played a melody.
From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi
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