spate

Example Sentences

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A spate of fires and disasters has befallen the city's historic architecture over the years, raising questions about whether these are freak accidents or a symptom of wider issues.

From BBC

Any appearance on the network probably would have generated a spate of negative stories.

From Los Angeles Times

Often referred to as “living drugs,” they have driven a spate of acquisitions at larger companies.

From Barron's

The firm has faced investor angst and redemption requests after investors got spooked by a spate of high-profile corporate defaults.

From The Wall Street Journal

In recent months, there has been a spate of thefts targeting stores that sell the cards, some of which are highly collectible.

From BBC