as in spreads
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 original problem may start in one area, but suddenly the emergency response spreads much farther than intended or needed.—
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
24 May 2026 -
The heat spreads, contributing to what’s known as the urban heat island effect, said Vincent Cotrone, extension educator of urban forestry at Pennsylvania State University.—
Aya Diab,
Fortune,
23 May 2026
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The heart-lung machine that has evolved over the years circulates and oxygenates blood during open-heart surgery.—
Stephanie Stahl,
CBS News,
20 May 2026
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Its vertical and horizontal dual oscillation, coupled with an airflow range of up to 50 feet, efficiently circulates air in any direction.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 May 2026
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And while the high-yield savings account is positioned to be slightly more profitable over the next nine months, the CD still comes out on top after a full year.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
20 May 2026
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Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 May 2026
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“Leaks (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leaks%20%28out%29. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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