spiralled

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.

Talks on ending what has spiralled into Europe's worst conflict since World War II have shown little progress and have been sidelined by the Iran conflict.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

It was a war which left deep scars in Iraq as it set in train a series of events which spiralled out of control in a way no one predicted.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Balchandani said his passion "spiralled" about two decades ago when he realised the vast range of plants for sale and the benefits that came with being surrounded by greenery.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

The BBC has been contacted by hundreds of people who say their charges have spiralled in recent years.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

Orion’s mechanical pupils spiralled into tiny, glowing points.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan