spikes

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For the last half-century, public approval of Congress has consistently been low; with the exception of a few spikes in approval, such as after 9/11, congressional approval ratings rarely rise above the teens.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

In the short term, there is the risk of energy price spikes and even curtailments because of the lack of availability.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

They discovered spikes in carbon 14 that pointed to a sub-extreme solar proton event.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

Still, spikes to a 5% Treasury yield have been fairly short-lived over roughly the past 25 years.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Oily black scales bristling with barbed spikes covered its grotesque body.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull