spike

Example Sentences

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Investors watch oil prices closely as a sudden spike can lead to a recession, he said, but recent trading action highlighted optimism that the energy-supply disruption triggered by the Iran conflict might be short-lived.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

“In short, once that spread peaks, it typically signals the end of the price spike in Brent oil, which is more affected than WTI.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

Oil prices will spike if the blockade is enforced at any length.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

It has been used in collaborations with other companies to spike mashed potatoes, protein powder, pickles and ramen.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

He licked his paw and smoothed a spike of fur near his ear.

From "Crenshaw" by Katherine Applegate