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spiral

[spahy-ruhl] / ˈspaɪ rəl /




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Avoiding another wage-price spiral is the central bank’s primary focus, though it has not yet appeared in higher pay demands.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

It was a sign of Gay's composure that his exit began then rapid spiral towards the conclusion of this Test.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Opposition to the facility has combined with long-running anger towards Ruto, and could yet spiral.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Extending outward are several tightly wrapped spiral arms arranged in a remarkably symmetrical pattern.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

It’s like my mind is a tornado, and it’s impossible for me to pluck out a single thought from the spiral of wind.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy




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