- present tense form of spike (3rd person singular).
spikes
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The expanded surface helps distribute lithium more evenly, reducing the concentrated buildup that can lead to damaging spikes.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 28, 2026
Half of this report shows sudden upward spikes in spending or earnings.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 27, 2026
Seoul briefly jumped more than four percent, thanks to strong gains in chipmakers SK hynix and Samsung, while Tokyo added around two percent on the back of spikes in Kioxia, Advantest and SoftBank.
From Barron's ● Oct. 27, 2026
Low European gas storage levels and mandated restocking are supporting prices, raising the risk of stronger competition with Asian buyers and potential price spikes over winter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026
Panic sends spikes through my gut—no, I do not have the energy for this.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word