spook

Example Sentences

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“If we’re below the put strike, for example, a lot of what’s going to spook people is the selling that has to happen just to complete the hedge,” Roos told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 28, 2026

The zoo has urged people not to approach Samba or attempt to catch her, warning this could "spook" the animal and push her out of the area.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Such “fiscal dominance” today when capital flows freely could spook investors and sink the dollar.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

Although that likely won’t impact AST SpaceMobile’s plan to provide AT&T customers with satellite-based connectivity, it was enough to spook some investors.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 4, 2026

“These are dangerous people you’re palling around with, sir,” said the spook with glasses.

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman