billowed

Example Sentences

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I’m not sure what would provoke anyone to tune in, but like clockwork, the viewership billowed to the thousands.

From Slate • Feb. 23, 2026

Up to 21 fire engines were at the scene by about 12:30 GMT, the fire service said, as thick black smoke billowed from the blaze.

From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026

As the eruption column billowed into the sky, day turned to night.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

A plume of smoke billowed from the crash site as emergency vehicles sped towards it.

From Barron's • Nov. 21, 2025

Steam billowed up, sending several frightened naiads scrambling out of the water with half-woven wicker baskets.

From "The Titan's Curse" by Rick Riordan