spike

Example Sentences

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On average, stocks spike on their first trading day but struggle to keep up the momentum over time.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

"The recent spike in fuel prices looks set to take a big toll on profitability," he said.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Lately, economists have credited the wealth effect with helping to keep the U.S. economy and markets resilient in the face of myriad shocks, from the latest spike in oil prices to last year’s tariff drama.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

It’s unclear what the spike in activity portends for the rest of the fire season.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Elliot never winced; he never showed any sort of emotion besides cocky self-assuredness peppered with the occasional temper spike.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin