spanned

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The government likely intervened in the foreign-exchange market during the nation’s Golden Week holidays that spanned from late April to early May.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

The wedding festivities spanned two days in New York’s Hudson Valley and incorporated a summer camp theme.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Neill's acting career began in the 1970s and has spanned dozens of roles in TV and film, including "Peaky Blinders", "The Hunt for Red October", and "The Piano".

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

The part of the property that spanned the gate did not appear in the post-fire plan because it had no foundation.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

‘Deep is the abyss that is spanned by Durin’s Bridge, and none has measured it,’ said Gimli.

From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien