ripple
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The distinctive ripple pattern appeared again in observations collected on April 14, showing that the storm's influence on the atmosphere persisted over multiple days.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026
A ripple of applause spread through the crowd from those who recognized the name.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
Midcareer stalls often start as early-career slumps and can ripple across a lifetime of earnings, the analysis found.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Fiona says the delays they faced had caused a "ripple effect" in the couple's life "where it's not just damaging one thing, it's damaging multiple things".
From BBC • May 29, 2026
The tents are still, save for when they ripple ever so slightly in the wind.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
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