spanned

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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

Authorities say the fraud spanned from 2015 to 2025 in three small communities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

It became the best known moment of her career, which spanned 32 credited appearances in movies and TV from the 1950s to the early 1970s, according to IMDB.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The case spanned three district attorney’s office administrations.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 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