spiralled

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Talks on ending what has spiralled into Europe's worst conflict since World War II have shown little progress and have been sidelined by the Iran conflict.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

Evergrande's downfall has often been cited as a trigger for China's persistent property market slump, which spiralled downwards in 2021 and has weighed heavily on the country's economic development.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The NHS appears to have begun scrutinising the agreement with the provider as costs spiralled because of the number of claims.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

When his debt spiralled to £145,000, he had to set up a repayment arrangement to satisfy his creditors.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

They emerged and flew about in the way of flies, in great, lazy orbits except when they came close to each other, when they spiralled together with dizzying speed and a burst of buzzing.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel