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spell

[spel] / spɛl /






VERB
give rest, relief
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The CEO has worked for Nestlé for about a quarter of a century, with stints in Honduras and Mexico and a spell running Nespresso, a brand sold in 81 countries.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

But I wanted to show that in a way where I don’t spell it all out.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

I’ve been under the spell of Didion’s sentences for years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

If the investigation reveals that Stokes has been involved in a serious incident in a London nightclub, it could spell the end of his captaincy.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

But when an earthquake shakes landfill, it can spell trouble, especially when the surrounding soil is sandy.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland




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