as in to spread
to become known
the candidate's campaign didn't want his choice of a running mate to leak out before an official announcement was made
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The ripple effects of the tense relations with the US have spread through Canadian society, with fans at NHL and NBA games in Canada even booing the US national anthem.—
Hira Humayun,
CNN,
9 Mar. 2025 -
That evening outside Eaton Canyon, the fire spread without halting.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2025
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One month later, jars of jam with the brand’s logo began circulating among pals like Chrissy Teigen and Mindy Kaling.—
Erin Hill,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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The last year has seen a surge in cases of deepfake pornographic images circulating in schools.—
Cyrus Farivar,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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During a commercial break, the Best Actor nominee saluted the strength of the Hollywood community and encouraged his fellow attendees to get out of their seats for an impromptu dance party.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
EW.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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Focus on your audience The secret to camera confidence is getting out of your own head.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Trump also put a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports to close a loophole that allowed some manufacturers to get around previous tariffs.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA TODAY,
3 Mar. 2025
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But getting around, transportation is a lot different.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Leak (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leak%20%28out%29. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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