spread
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High diesel prices are one way high inflation could spread from the gas pump to other parts of the economy.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
With far less data available about the rare strain, health officials said there are fewer medical interventions to lessen its spread.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
The agency was one of many across Southern California that assisted in responding to the Sandy fire, which ignited Monday, and spread quickly through dry brush.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
How much manure can be spread per hectare is limited too.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
It was Jiller, calling to him, her arms spread wide.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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