The term 'BAD SPELL' can be broken down into seven crossword solutions: SLUMP (5 letters), BOUT (4 letters), HEXED (5 letters), HEX (3 letters), JINX (4 letters), CURSE (5 letters), and HEXES (5 letters). In general, these words refer to a period of bad luck or misfortune, often caused by supernatural forces. A SLUMP is a period of decline or inactivity, while a BOUT is a short period of intense activity. HEXED and HEXES refer to a type of magic spell that is used to bring bad luck or misfortune to someone, and a JINX is a similar type of spell. Finally, a CURSE is a strong wish for bad luck or harm to come to someone.