spread
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“The rapid spread of the outbreak in Ituri is very worrying,” said Heather Reoch Kerr, the charity’s Congo country director.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
However, Jangmi's extensive outer cloud bands had already spread over parts of Japan as the system continued its northward movement.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026
Other priorities include scrub clearance and re-establishing fire breaks to prevent the spread of wildfires.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Blended with cream cheese and cucumber, it becomes a sandwich spread with the flavor profile of a carefully composed herb dressing and the effort level of opening a packet.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
Tumbling mats had been spread out to cover part of the floor and I collapsed onto one of them.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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