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the stretch

noun

Definition of the stretch

: the final straight part of a racecourse before the finish line
  • the horses are in the (final) stretch
—often used figuratively
  • She's in the final stretch. The baby's due next month.
  • They will wind up the season with a winning record having won some crucial games down the stretch.

Word by Word Definitions

stretch play

  1. : to extend (one's limbs, one's body, etc.) in a reclining position

  2. : to reach out : extend

  3. : to extend in length

  1. : an exercise of something (such as the understanding or the imagination) beyond ordinary or normal limits

  2. : an extension of the scope or application of something

  3. : the extent to which something may be stretched

  1. : easily stretched : elastic

  2. : longer than the standard size

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