spread
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She hopes the golden yarrow will spread, and she’s especially proud of the large white sage she grew from seeds that a friend gave her.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Despite being spread across the country, England's squad has a strong London feel.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
The Russell was briefly higher until the selloff spread to other parts of the market.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
A rate hike doesn’t seem warranted until price increases start to spread beyond energy, and no one knows when the Iran war will end.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Leprosy can only be spread after prolonged contact.
From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly
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