- present tense form of spike (3rd person singular).
spikes
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The plan is in place from 1 November to 28 February, covering the months when pollution usually spikes.
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
The findings offer a clearer biological explanation for why eating fat before carbohydrates may help reduce blood sugar spikes.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 11, 2026
A whole-house surge protector can keep your electronics and appliances safe in case of sudden electrical spikes in the grid.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
When the VIX spikes above 30, that has historically been the kind of environment where long-term investors should start looking for opportunities rather than running for cover.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026
My skin feels prickly, like the spikes from a dragon fruit are rolling up and down my arm.
From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya
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