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as in lengthening
to make longer
in his paintings the artist elongated the bodies of angels to give them a spiritual quality
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Recent Examples of elongating
Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
Wide-leg jeans are elongating, instantly polished-looking, and can be dressed up or down with ease.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
The vertical navy stripe pattern is classic and elongating, with a pop of color in the green-and-yellow collar accent that keeps it feeling fresh.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
These inexpensive-but-luxe-looking trousers give the wearer the best of both worlds with an elongating silhouette and chic bootcut that’s ideal for office wear and a faux fly that eliminates the need for buttons or zippers.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
The breezy, wide-leg design combined with leg-elongating side stripes creates a flattering, fashion-forward look that feels California-approved.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
Her over-the-knee boots featured a soft, slouchy silhouette and a sleek, pointed toe, subtly elongating her frame.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
Channel Oprah’s elongating look by pairing the jeans with a denim jacket in the same wash.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
Wide-leg jeans are elongating, instantly polished-looking, and can be dressed up or down with ease.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
The vertical navy stripe pattern is classic and elongating, with a pop of color in the green-and-yellow collar accent that keeps it feeling fresh.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
These inexpensive-but-luxe-looking trousers give the wearer the best of both worlds with an elongating silhouette and chic bootcut that’s ideal for office wear and a faux fly that eliminates the need for buttons or zippers.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
The breezy, wide-leg design combined with leg-elongating side stripes creates a flattering, fashion-forward look that feels California-approved.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026
Her over-the-knee boots featured a soft, slouchy silhouette and a sleek, pointed toe, subtly elongating her frame.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elongating
Noun
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This release invites elongation through your side body and expansion of your ribs, while easing tension across the neck and shoulders.—
Jennifer Shanker,
Flow Space,
15 Apr. 2026
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In scalp hair follicles, the anagen phase can persist for several years, allowing continuous elongation of the hair shaft before the follicle transitions to catagen and telogen.—
Kara Rogers,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The lengthening deployments come as Ukrainian commanders in other units have warned of personnel issues, acknowledging that the army will never match the manpower of Russia’s far larger military force.—
Daria Tarasova-Markina,
CNN Money,
20 Apr. 2026
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Adams expressed hopes that any potential litigation and other ongoing disputes can be resolved without further lengthening the project timeline.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2026
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Independence Avenue Corridor extending, approximately, from Gladstone Boulevard to the north, East 18th Street to the south, Forest Avenue to the west and Interstate 435 to the east.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
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Delivering a gorgeous, drive-extending, game- and season-saving 27-yard completion to Rome Odunze.—
Mirjam Swanson,
Oc Register,
16 Jan. 2026
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Reznik said while the San Gabriel River system and adjacent spreading grounds, stretching from Irwindale to Long Beach, work exceptionally well, capturing 90% of the local runoff that percolates into underground basins for later use, that’s not true of some other waterways in the county.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Completed in 1981 but recently updated, the five-bedroom, four-bath dwelling comes with white oak hardwood floors, wood-beam ceilings, wide arched doorways, and oversized picture windows overlooking bicoastal views stretching from Moloka’i to Lana’i.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
23 Apr. 2026
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Looking ahead, Trump’s prolonging of Chavismo is a political gamble in Florida – a state where many Latin Republican voters despise the system and any dealing with socialist governments.—
Paul Webster Hare,
The Conversation,
19 Jan. 2026
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The prolonging of the war has also ratcheted up Israel’s isolation on the world stage.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Adrian Meyer, Christie’s global head of private sales, outlined one idea for the increasing popularity of the sales channel.—
George Nelson,
ARTnews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Highlighting the industry’s growing needs, demand for highly functional textile solutions is increasing across sectors, driven by rising investment in security, defense and disaster response.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The prolongation was 242 days in 2023 and 346 days in 2024, according to the report.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Nacua is eligible for a massive extension, but the Rams are now taking a wait-and-see approach before making a long-term commitment.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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Iran's semi-official news agency Tasnim reported Tuesday that Iran had not requested the extension of the ceasefire.—
Frank Andrews,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Elongating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elongating. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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