spread
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One approach would be to accept today’s dynamic market forces as immutable—and then tax the well-off more aggressively to spread prosperity more broadly.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
No vaccine or approved treatment is available against the Bundibugyo strain of the virus and efforts to contain its spread rely mainly on preventative measures.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
Despite the possible cases of the virus outside Africa, the WHO has stressed repeatedly that its global spread is highly unlikely.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
Researchers found that cancer spread was lowest in young mice, reached its highest level in middle aged mice, and then declined again in very old mice.
From Science Daily • May 31, 2026
To my surprise, I saw a blush spread across her face, turning her ears a bright red.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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