spiraling

Example Sentences

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I’m left wondering if this technology is at risk of spiraling out?

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that helped steady markets and keep energy costs from spiraling even higher.

From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026

When our main character starts lowering her defenses, however, that’s when she’s hit by a jolt that sends her spiraling.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

From the point of view of an outside observer, the Moon moves in a spiraling motion as a result.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

I can feel my thoughts spiraling away, can feel myself start to tremble.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black