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spiral

[spahy-ruhl] / ˈspaɪ rəl /




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Avoiding another wage-price spiral is the central bank’s primary focus, though it has not yet appeared in higher pay demands.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

On a recent Saturday morning, Joel Galvez cracked open a spiral notebook and scribbled in the date and a prayer: “Dios bendiga este día. Amen.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

It was a sign of Gay's composure that his exit began then rapid spiral towards the conclusion of this Test.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Opposition to the facility has combined with long-running anger towards Ruto, and could yet spiral.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Kyle bounded up the spiral staircase to the third floor, signing autographs and posing for selfies with fans along the way.

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein




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