spread
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Ebola is a deadly viral disease spread through direct contact with bodily fluids.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
The ongoing outbreak spread quickly before it was officially identified as a deadly Ebola strain by the WHO on May 15.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
High diesel prices are one way high inflation could spread from the gas pump to other parts of the economy.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
The agency was one of many across Southern California that assisted in responding to the Sandy fire, which ignited Monday, and spread quickly through dry brush.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
A chill of silence fell over the table and spread swiftly around the room.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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