infect
Example Sentences
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The law doesn’t allow ulterior motives to infect plan investments.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
The virus is so contagious that any misstep could kill the patient on board and infect the crew members, who would then be vectors to spread the deadly pathogens across America.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
South Koreans hailed their latest cultural product to infect the world with "K-syndrome" -- the irresistible surrender to the country's movies, music, books, fashion and cuisine.
From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026
While it is typically found among dogs, it can also infect big cats - often fatally.
From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026
I hang up before she can infect my mind with anything else.
From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman
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