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  • past participle of spin.
  • past tense form of spin.
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span

[span] / spæn /




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Other names on the soundtrack - which is designed to span several genres - include Stormzy, The Rolling Stones and US rapper Future.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

Robinhood customers who sell IPO shares within 30 days will be restricted from participating in future IPOs for a 60-day span.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

In addition to creating a trove of accessible, family-friendly programs, he’s taken a number of big, bold swings, buying up distressed assets that now span broadcast, cable, streaming and film distribution.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Given their limited attention span, the last thing a child needs is a film chock-full of loose ends to distract from the crux of the story.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

The great bird’s wings were magnificent, probably a good five feet at full span.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker




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