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spell

[spel] / spɛl /






VERB
give rest, relief
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The space race between SpaceX, Amazon.com and others is heating up — and that may spell opportunity for investors.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Speculation over Ma’s fate intensified in recent months after he missed a series of high-level meetings—an unusual spell of absence for an official of his rank.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

A serpent might slither out during the winter if there’s a warm spell to get a bit of sunshine, said Greg Pauly, curator of herpetology at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Defender Florent Hadergjonaj had two seasons in the English top flight with Huddersfield Town and attacking midfielder Milot Rashica had a spell with Norwich City.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

He could spell his name and Mom and Dad.

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry