as in spreads
to become known
word got round that a movie star was spending the night at a local motel
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But the reality is that as automation spreads, skills like critical thinking, communication and emotional intelligence become more valuable.—
Catherine Thorbecke,
Boston Herald,
18 Apr. 2026 -
Sargassum originates from the eastern Caribbean and spreads throughout Florida's East Coast and elsewhere.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2026
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There's no need to turn food grilled indirectly because the air circulates around the steaks like an oven.—
Sheena Chihak,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Apr. 2026
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Plus, the domed lid traps and circulates steam for maximum rise and flavor, while the low-profile base ensures even browning and a golden, crispy crust.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
10 Apr. 2026
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In the initial script, Becket gets out of jail with Ruth, who had given birth to their child while he was incarcerated, waiting for him.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
21 Feb. 2026
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Texas leads when government gets out of the way—AI for prosperity, not control.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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And lenders won't even need to wait for the Fed meeting to conclude to adjust their rate offers to borrowers, perhaps in an upward direction to get ahead of any volatility that comes out of that meeting.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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In his home darkroom, a crime scene photographer develops pictures of a gruesome murder, and each new print comes out more unsettling than the last.—
William Earl,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Gets round.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gets%20round. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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