spilling

Example Sentences

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He couldn't stop smiling, the relief spilling into his voice: "This was only possible because of our effort, all your sweat and tears. Let's hear it from everyone: Tattoos are art!"

From BBC • May 29, 2026

The resulting delays have driven up crude prices, spilling over into fuel costs and airfare.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Higher fuel prices were spilling to shipping costs, airfare and fertilizer.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

During a recent interview at Netflix’s Hollywood complex, the 70-year-old Davis was loose and vibrant, spilling out colorful anecdotes and celebrating what appears to be a fresh and exciting moment.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Her gaze lingered over Tansy’s new hat with its bunch of artificial grapes spilling off the brim.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck