as in 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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Zoning, including single-family-exclusive zoning, first spread across the US in the early 20th century (before that, development was far more freewheeling and improvised).—
Marina Bolotnikova,
Vox,
7 July 2025 -
Associated Press The Context The Daily Beast article quickly spread across social media, where Cruz faced criticism over the trip.—
Andrew Stanton
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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Since at least 2009, a persistent rumor has circulated on the Internet that farting (passing gas) burns up to 67 calories per fart.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
4 Jan. 2025
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Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell said investigators were able to identify the suspect after his photo circulated in the media.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Leaked (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leaked%20%28out%29. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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