- present participle of spur.
spurring
Example Sentences
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"The value of the data economy extends far beyond direct investment into spurring innovation, research and development," Orpo added.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026
Late Friday, talks between the two countries to reach a deal collapsed at the 11th hour, spurring prospects that the dispute between neighbors with almost $900 billion-a-year trading relationship could become an all-out trade war.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
It’s all being captured on a world-famous livestream, spurring mixed reactions from fans who are still reeling from Jackie’s passing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
They include food shortages, water contamination, plumbing stoppages, lost mail, and mental health decay, spurring some crew members to jump ship.
From Slate ● Aug. 19, 2026
Mr. Flux dug his heels into the Time Suck’s sides, spurring it forward.
From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles
