spreading to

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The arrival of the Hondius was met by opposition from some, including the Canary Islands' regional president, who expressed concerns over the virus spreading to Tenerife.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

The ADP jobs report suggested hiring is spreading to other sectors.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

The agency helped countries develop early warning systems to ensure that infectious disease outbreaks were rapidly detected and contained before they risked spreading to our borders.

From Slate • Apr. 23, 2026

Tom and Eleni then sprayed the fire with garden hoses to prevent the blaze from spreading to the home until the fire department arrived.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The red alert was spreading to my cheeks.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram