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spurring





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China and Russia have carried out increasingly complex and assertive military drills in recent years, sometimes spurring neighbors such as Japan and South Korea to scramble jets to track the activities.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 21, 2026

Leveraged funds bought $300 billion in derivatives since March, spurring demand for shares, but risk heavy losses if stocks fall.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 29, 2026

U.S. soccer coach Mauricio Pochettino and his players overcame doubt and learned how to believe in each other, spurring a historic World Cup run.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 26, 2026

Acquisitions in neuroscience, cancer, genetic medicine, and infectious diseases are spurring diversification.

From Barron's Jun. 19, 2026

“We have only this to say,” David Ballantine yelled from the deck of the Ocarrion as Magdalys leaned in and jolted the reins, spurring Missy into motion.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older




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