spreading

Example Sentences

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“So they’re spreading the joy to more countries,” Kuper said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

The farmer has attempted to deter people from loitering by spreading cattle slurry near the worst affected spots.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Because M88 is viewed at an angle from Earth, the galaxy appears stretched out, with its spiral structure gracefully spreading across space.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

There’s already some evidence that the inflationary effect of energy prices is spreading.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

“What a fine-looking elm tree, with such graceful, spreading branches,” she remarked.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood