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spell

[spel] / spɛl /






VERB
give rest, relief
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That could spell problems later in the week.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

That could spell problems later in the week.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Maro Itoje, Jamie George, Owen Farrell, Elliot Daly, and Mako and Billy Vunipola dutifully served out a single-season spell in the second tier.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

“Now, listen carefully, for the spell to break this wall requires a powerful will as well as absolute concentration. You must explicitly follow every instruction I give you. Do you understand me, child?”

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley




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