1
as in to possess
to cast a spell on
it was as if he had spelled the public into believing his ridiculous claims
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2
as in to mean
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind
that summertime combination of hot temperatures and equally hot tempers can spell trouble
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as in curse
a spoken word or set of words believed to have magic power
the witch cast a spell that turned the prince into a toad
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as in bout
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
a dizzy spell that caused me to fall
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3
as in while
an indefinite but usually short period of time
come rest a spell
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Recent Examples of spell
Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2025
Potential Medicaid cuts from Congress could spell decreases to that funding.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2025
Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 14 May 2025
The spell cast on the new homeowner of a creaky 1790s farmhouse in Millbrook, New York, was conjured by the steady passage of time.
—Leilani Marie Labong, Architectural Digest, 5 May 2025
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Verb
McNeil will play second base and outfield, and could also spell Francisco Lindor at shortstop late in games.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2025
Potential Medicaid cuts from Congress could spell decreases to that funding.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2025
Noun
The sun appears to have woken up from a rather quiet spell.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 14 May 2025
The spell cast on the new homeowner of a creaky 1790s farmhouse in Millbrook, New York, was conjured by the steady passage of time.
—Leilani Marie Labong, Architectural Digest, 5 May 2025
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The re-tasking of U.S. naval ships assigned to the western Pacific theater comes as China—now possessing the world's largest navy by hull count, with more than 370 vessels—expands its military reach and presence in the region, attempting to challenge American naval dominance.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
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Today, Rotterdam possesses one of Europe’s most robust migrant populations.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Verb
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The decision means Janette Nesheiwat, a former Fox News medical contributor, is no longer under consideration for the role.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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Some traditions are timeless − black smoke from the chimney after a vote means no candidate has received the necessary votes.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
Noun
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The following list contains killer robots, talking cats, deadly curses and period crime dramas.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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The 18-inch model leaves a cavernous space beneath the bed that can accommodate several tote-style storage containers—which could be a blessing or a curse depending on the usual state of your bedroom floor.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
15 May 2025
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As the 133 cardinals who voted during the papal conclave became more known to the public in recent days, enjoying a brief bout of internet fame, some close watchers began to notice that one looked shockingly similar to a television mafioso.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Alternatives for Constipation Many people experience an occasional bout of constipation from time to time.—
Alex Yampolsky,
Verywell Health,
8 May 2025
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An investigation into the couple’s deaths began in September 2023 when their doctor raised concerns about John and Lois’ welfare after not seeing them for a while, Essex police wrote in a news release.—
Lesley Cosme Torres,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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Took him a while to put some guys away at different times.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
Verb
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Curry was charmed by Edwards’ inner Antness, that combination of swagger and soul that has All-NBA players like Randle, Towns and Gobert enthusiastically giving in to his gravitational pull.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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Here’s a two-in-one shelf and coat rack that oozes charm thanks to the playful scalloped detail outlining each hook.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
8 May 2025
Verb
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Also present is what would become Autopia, signifying that Disneyland in late 1953 had many of its early attractions solidified.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2025
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The skyscraper signifies an important urban developmental stage, as defined by Brian J. Godfrey, a scholar of urban studies.—
Ashley Gardini,
JSTOR Daily,
13 May 2025
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Then, in what might be one of the most fitting metaphors of parenting and family-building in horror-comedy history, everyone—Rohan, Josh, their parents, their partner's parents, and even their friend—start screaming the same garbled Latin incantation in an effort to confuse the demon.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
26 Mar. 2025
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Alice draws a circle around Lilia uttering some sort of incantation as Patti LuPone’s witch writhes on the floor in her glittery jump suit and orange coat.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
2 Oct. 2024
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“Spell.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spell. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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