as in extension
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1
as in lengthening
to make longer
our guests from out of town extended their visit by a week
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as in offering
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
the couple extended an invitation to join them for a get-together at their house after the concert
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as in expanding
to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area
you can extend that chaise longue so that it lies completely flat
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as in increasing
to make greater in size, amount, or number
embarked on a series of wars intended to extend his empire
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as in diluting
to alter (something) for the worse with the addition of foreign or lower-grade substances
the company extends its ice cream with thickeners and other additives
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Recent Examples of extending
Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
This also helps reduce fading of textiles and furniture, thereby extending its life.
—Heather Farmbrough, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The cleaner Nogales sewage appears to be saving the patches of cottonwood forest extending to the Tumacácori Mission, a national historic site.
—Brandon Loomis, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
The main suite is located near the yacht’s bow, extending privacy and exceptional views—especially from the suite’s balcony with sunbathing area and an infinity pool.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
In reality, many programs continue for years without Congress extending their authorization.
—Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
For example, new concepts like virtual nursing seek to capture opportunities for extending into patient homes.
—Corey Scurlock, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
In 2023 alone, 14 non-profit, four-year institutions closed, including some with illustrious histories extending deep into the 19th century.
—Bryan Penprase, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Jones' legs dragged upon extending to bring Stroud with him.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
Verb
The Knicks picked up their 14th win in the last 18 games with a dominant wire-to-wire 139-125 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night, extending their winning streak to four games.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
This also helps reduce fading of textiles and furniture, thereby extending its life.
—Heather Farmbrough, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
The cleaner Nogales sewage appears to be saving the patches of cottonwood forest extending to the Tumacácori Mission, a national historic site.
—Brandon Loomis, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
The main suite is located near the yacht’s bow, extending privacy and exceptional views—especially from the suite’s balcony with sunbathing area and an infinity pool.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
In reality, many programs continue for years without Congress extending their authorization.
—Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
For example, new concepts like virtual nursing seek to capture opportunities for extending into patient homes.
—Corey Scurlock, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
In 2023 alone, 14 non-profit, four-year institutions closed, including some with illustrious histories extending deep into the 19th century.
—Bryan Penprase, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Jones' legs dragged upon extending to bring Stroud with him.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extending
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With a double-wing extension, the compact home offers more interior space while still being portable and easy to relocate.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The Canucks would prefer to work out an extension over simply exercising their team option this summer.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The six-month pause due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA work stoppages created a pipeline logjam at most streamers, including Netflix, for the second half of 2024 and 2025, further lengthening the gaps between seasons.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
27 Dec. 2024
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While standard mascaras do the trick in lengthening, volumizing, darkening, and separating your lashes, waterproof mascaras are better suited for long-wear and durability.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Many are expanding across markets.—
Alex Lazarow,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Thousands of Starbucks baristas are set to walk off the job on Tuesday, expanding the dayslong holiday strike to 300 stores in dozens of cities and towns nationwide, according to the union Starbucks Workers United.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
24 Dec. 2024
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Texas gave up a season-high 336 passing yards and three touchdowns in its first-round Playoff win over Clemson, but the Sun Devils are without leading receiver Jordyn Tyson (75 catches, 1,101 yards, 10 TDs) in this game.—
Manny Navarro,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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Golden, in a white shirt and orange tie, walked out of a nearly empty stadium after leading the worst loss in Hurricanes history, a 58-0 home humiliation against Clemson.—
Matt Baker,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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An increasing number of large and mid-size firms are reporting on their sustainability initiatives.—
Aliza Knox,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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As president, Biden helped the country past the COVID pandemic, increasing the availability of testing and vaccines.—
Domenico Montanaro,
NPR,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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At least in the short run, this diluting might potentially have negative effects on the price per share as the market adjusts to the extra shares.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Businesses should ensure their monitoring strategies address both objectives where relevant, without diluting the specific focus of fraud prevention tools.—
Einaras von Gravrock,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The judge held off making any final rulings on the issue, giving the attorneys a chance to confer among themselves and make alternate proposals.—
Megan Crepeau,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2025
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There are far too many times when Duren is either out of place (usually drop coverage in pick-and-roll situations) or simply not giving enough effort defensively.—
Hunter Patterson,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The nostalgic cruise, like all Princess Cruises, uses the company’s state of the art Medallion Class technology to make identification, service, and opening one’s cabin a simple and transparent process.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Joe Choate, a former banker and experienced weekend sailor, smashed headfirst into a handrail, opening a bloody gash down his forehead.—
David Wolman,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Extending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extending. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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