spreading

Example Sentences

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“So they’re spreading the joy to more countries,” Kuper said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

"With Bundibugyo virus spreading rapidly and no licensed vaccines, every day counts in the race against this deadly disease," said Dr Richard Hatchett, CEO of CEPI.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Because M88 is viewed at an angle from Earth, the galaxy appears stretched out, with its spiral structure gracefully spreading across space.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

There’s already some evidence that the inflationary effect of energy prices is spreading.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

Her stringy, wet hair hung down her shoulders and arms, spreading in the water like ruddy tentacles.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack