spate
Example Sentences
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But even if help is not on its way, Iranians know that they will come out again sooner or later, having learned a few lessons from the most recent spate of protests.
From BBC
She was speaking after a spate of hospitals declared critical incidents during the first two weeks of the new year.
From BBC
But the fraud accusations hit her reputation, with a spate of endorsements cancelled or not renewed.
From Barron's
But the fraud accusations hit her reputation and endorsement career hard, with a spate of endorsements cancelled or not renewed.
From Barron's
He listed the latest spate of devastating injuries suffered by his team.
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