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Synonyms for Span (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (two items of the same kind):
brace, couple, couplet, duet, duo, pair, twain, twosome, yoke, distich, duad, dyad

WordNet sense 2 (a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.):
bridge

WordNet sense 3 (to cover or extend over an area or time period):
cross, sweep, traverse

WordNet sense 4 (the act of sitting or standing astride):
straddle


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