spent

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Beyond the discovery itself, the species also marks an important milestone for Voight, who has spent more than 40 years studying octopus evolution.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

Rubio, on his first-ever visit to India, flew to Agra and spent 45 minutes at the Taj Mahal with his wife Jeanette, who usually shuns the spotlight.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

They are not answerable to the Saudi people for the many billions of dollars that have been spent on projects that may now only ever exist on the internet.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Under Ms. Bass’s signature initiative, the city has spent $82,420 a year for each homeless person it has sheltered in motels.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Kathy spent most of Saturday in her room.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith