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expanse (ik SPANS) (noun)
That which is spread out, taking up a lot of space: The vastness or wide expanse of the Pacific Ocean is impressive.
expense (ik SPENS) (noun)
Cost which may be financial or an effort to achieve a goal or an end: The expense of the new addition to the hospital was considerable.

The wide expanse of the building was achieved at great expense to the owners.

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