spiraled

Example Sentences

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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

Hernández asked to call his fiancee, “and the situation spiraled out of hand,” according to Kolasinski.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

We don’t yet want to say that the situation has spiraled out of control, but the spiral could be only a couple of headstrong choices away.

From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026

Asked about the clash between Diabate and Duren that triggered the fight, Lee said: "Two guys got in a heated conversation and then it kind of spiraled from there."

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

A brown spiraled shell crawled out from underneath.

From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie