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spell

[spel] / spɛl /






VERB
give rest, relief
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In Iran, a brief spell of hope that talks would end the hostilities between the long-time foes were quickly dashed.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

It seems bizarre to say now given his dominant position, but there was a spell on Friday where you felt McIlroy was still not playing close to his best.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

But the BBC understands his course has fallen on the wrong side of regulations which spell out that one-year postgraduate courses are not routinely funded.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Over time, a lower participation rate could spell more trouble for the U.S. economy “because we are also at some point going to be experiencing declines in population,” Ullrich said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Cassiopeia looked worried, for to learn to spell a second name when she was not yet on solid ground with the first would be asking a great deal.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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