fanned

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Earnings growth will be fanned by new and renovated stores and further expansion overseas, the bank says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

It also fanned debate about immigration and security, at a time when Germany was in the midst of a national election campaign.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

In an interview published in Greenlandic daily newspaper Sermitsiaq on Wednesday, Landry fanned Greenland's dreams of independence.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

The Avalanche then increased the advantage 7:39 in the final period after Kempe fanned a shot from the point.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Henry dashed in a few final marks, then fanned the paper in the air to dry it.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt