spiraled
Example Sentences
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The Sparks easily could have spiraled following Monday’s disaster in Seattle.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 11, 2026
The slow-motion crash of cryptocurrencies has weighed heavily on the company, which snapped up tens of billions of dollars in bitcoin as digital assets spiraled to new highs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
Commentators draw parallels with other intractable conflicts, and count the taxpayer money they say has spiraled down the drain.
From Slate ● Jun. 27, 2026
A savory, deeply indulgent twist on the cinnamon roll: pillowy brioche spiraled with a silky, peppery cheese filling that melts into something glossy and rich.
From Salon ● Apr. 28, 2026
“Either that,” Tansy’s voice spiraled up, “or I’ll…turn you in to Aunt Fanny and tell her you’re both stealing from her.”
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
