as in extended
to make longer
I had to lengthen the handle of the paint roller in order to reach the top of the wall
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Recent Examples of lengthened
Although the list of edible foods that double as fish bait could be lengthened, there are as many natural baits little known or used by the average fisherman.
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Byron W. Dalrymple, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
Whether enjoyed neat, over ice, lengthened with premium tonic, or served in the elegant simplicity of a Martini, Cygnet is crafted to elevate every gin-drinking occasion.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 June 2026
For fans, queues to fill up water bottles and stand underneath shower sprinklers lengthened throughout the day.
—Ava Wallace, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Ukraine has lengthened its striking arm and is now wreaking havoc across European Russia, much of which is now vulnerable to drone attacks.
—Katya Soldak, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Over the past several decades, as global temperatures have risen, the growing season has lengthened in many parts of North America.
—Levi Keller, The Conversation, 5 May 2026
Osceola County, currently contained entirely within District 9, will be chopped into two districts despite 9 being lengthened and extended well to the south.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
The one concern with Mesidor are the injury issues that lengthened his stay in the college ranks to six years.
—Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Prior to the 2002 masters, Augusta lengthened over half the holes and narrowed fairways.
—Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Byron W. Dalrymple, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
Whether enjoyed neat, over ice, lengthened with premium tonic, or served in the elegant simplicity of a Martini, Cygnet is crafted to elevate every gin-drinking occasion.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 June 2026
For fans, queues to fill up water bottles and stand underneath shower sprinklers lengthened throughout the day.
—Ava Wallace, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Ukraine has lengthened its striking arm and is now wreaking havoc across European Russia, much of which is now vulnerable to drone attacks.
—Katya Soldak, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Over the past several decades, as global temperatures have risen, the growing season has lengthened in many parts of North America.
—Levi Keller, The Conversation, 5 May 2026
Osceola County, currently contained entirely within District 9, will be chopped into two districts despite 9 being lengthened and extended well to the south.
—Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
The one concern with Mesidor are the injury issues that lengthened his stay in the college ranks to six years.
—Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Prior to the 2002 masters, Augusta lengthened over half the holes and narrowed fairways.
—Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lengthened
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According to the agreement, the two sides are supposed to negotiate the issues in 60 days but Baghaei said the deadline could be extended if necessary.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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From packed streets to neighborhood businesses, the excitement surrounding the team's title has extended well beyond basketball.—
Hannah Kliger,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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The lead stretched to 12 before Brunson and the Knicks rallied again, cutting the lead down to five halfway through the quarter.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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But the short stay stretched into a month, and the once-polite guest turned rude, demanding and increasingly hostile, according to Vanity Fair.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Rainbow flick The chances of seeing this skill — some might call it a circus act — being performed at the World Cup this summer increased significantly on the back of Neymar being named in the Brazil squad.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Economic output has also increased, up 24% over the same period, government data show.—
Jamey Keaten,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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The link between maternal stress and premature birth is complex, but a growing body of research suggests that prolonged psychological strain increases the risk of babies being born early, experts say.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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Marsch and Canada prolonged their decision to name the starting goalkeeper.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
4 June 2026
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“Lengthened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lengthened. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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