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spike

[spahyk] / spaɪk /
VERB
pierce
Synonyms
STRONG
fasten impale lance nail pin prick skewer spear spit stick transfix
WEAK
make fast
Antonyms
STRONG
detach loosen release unfasten

Example Sentences

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They examined levels of fine particles in the air, as well as times when dust levels spike, often triggered by winds.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

So far, households under Ofgem's energy price cap have been shielded from the spike in wholesale energy prices.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

That reflects a surge of more than 102% for U.S. crude and an 81% spike in the global benchmark in 2026.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

The hit to fuel supplies from the Middle East has forced governments around the world to unveil economic support measures amid fears of another spike in inflation.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

He licked his paw and smoothed a spike of fur near his ear.

From "Crenshaw" by Katherine Applegate