B2verbhistoryurban
US/spæn/
UK/spæn/
to last for a period of time, or to cover an area or go across something
In context
Her career as a singer spanned more than fifty years.
A new bridge now spans the river between the two districts.
The company now has offices spanning three different continents.
Words that go with span
verb + noun
- span the riverAn old iron bridge spans the river in the city center.
- span decadesTheir friendship spans decades.
- span generationsThe family recipe spans four generations.
- span the globeThe charity's projects span the globe.
- span a periodThe study spans a period of ten years.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The festival spans in three days.Correct: The festival spans three days.