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spiral

[spahy-ruhl] / ˈspaɪ rəl /




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As every expert knows, voluntary health programs are killed by an adverse-selection death spiral.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

It was set up by Canadian Etienne Brisson, after a family member went through an AI-related mental health spiral.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Rodriguez has insisted on the need for "responsible" wage increases that do not cause inflation to further spiral.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Schools cut programs and staff, sometimes creating a downward spiral.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

Pulling a bit of eggshell from the box, she used its sharp edge to cut the skin in a spiral shape.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville




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