spiraling

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From the point of view of an outside observer, the Moon moves in a spiraling motion as a result.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Institutional consolidation and retreat, spiraling costs, technological upheaval — they all add to a creeping sense that an era is over, and worse is coming.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

The cost of food, gas and housing is spiraling.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

Gavalas is the latest example of an AI-chatbot user spiraling into a delusional state, with tragic consequences.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

The noise from the party had risen in geometrically spiraling quantities in irregular intervals since the affair had begun shortly after noon.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy