outbreak

Example Sentences

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It said its rolling daily communications on the Kent outbreak were also "very clear from the outset".

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

“CDPH considers Raw Farm raw dairy the source of the outbreak based on this strong epidemiologic data, despite the negative laboratory testing results from a limited sample of retail products.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

With the outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East, gold fell around 12% in March.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Gold and silver have posted gains for four consecutive sessions, making up ground after the outbreak of the war in Iran made speculation on precious metals futures less attractive for investors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

He felt that the outbreak had ballooned to the point where a decision had to be made.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston