spawning

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Punch's predicament sparked huge interest online, spawning a devoted fanbase under the hashtag #HangInTherePunch.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Backstage, she and Sean “hit it off immediately,” spawning a blossoming creative relationship that has held up since.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

It is a key river for spawning salmon and noted for its brown trout and sea trout populations as well.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

The company has responded clumsily to users’ complaints, spawning several social media news cycles about whether it respects its own customers.

From Slate • Apr. 14, 2026

Dad and Aunt Melissa launch into a lively discussion about salmon spawning, and then they’re recounting some story about a lake they visited when they were kids.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller