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Example Sentences

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Her career has spanned more than seven decades, with an early focus on rejecting white feminism and reclaiming the Black female body.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

The smuggling and ensuing investigation trapped Boise in a global web that spanned China, Florida, Panama and Montenegro.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

Several mainland European countries had installed similar bridges and a handful already spanned British roads further north.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

The transactions External link spanned four days through April 20 External link.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

Windows spanned the far side of the room, showing a view that encompassed the Ferry Building and the bay beyond.

From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman