CEFR B2

span

noun

Meaning

The full extent of something from end to end, or the period of time it lasts.

Examples

The entire span of the bridge is impressive.
Her career had a long span, from the 1980s to the present day.

Synonyms: extent, range, duration, breadth, compass

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span (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /spæn/

Definition

The full extent of something from end to end, or the period of time it lasts.

Examples

The entire span of the bridge is impressive.
Her career had a long span, from the 1980s to the present day.
We need to consider the full span of possibilities.

How to Use span

span across (prepositional phrase): To extend across a space or area. — "The new dam will span across the valley."
span of time (collocation): A specific period of time. — "The project was completed within the planned span of time."
span the globe (idiom): To extend all around the world. — "The company's influence now spans the globe."

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