ELONGATION Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

elongation

noun

(ˌ)ē-ˌlȯŋ-ˈgā-shən

Definition of elongation

as in extension

the act of making longer the elongation of artificial fibers in the manufacturing process

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Recent Examples of elongation The big risk in an elongation scenario, the institute argues, is if bottlenecks prove severe or persistent enough to shift the buildout narrative. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 6 May 2026 Kerry got a facelift and a lip lift to address the elongation in her philtrum. — Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026 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 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 See All Example Sentences for elongation

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Unlike Mack, whom the Bears had to pay after acquiring him from the Oakland Raiders, the Titans already did the contract for Simmons, signing him to an extension in June that included a $20 million signing bonus.

— Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
And regardless of when that suspension comes, the new allegations are a black eye against Jacobs and the Packers by extension for continuing to support a player who carries an expanding list of domestic abuse allegations.

— Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of extension

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Walking, dancing, stretching, and other regular physical activities are equally sensible places to start.

— Marie Bladt, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2026
Further north, the coastal flood advisory has been extended through Friday in the Bay Area, with the advisory stretching inland into portions of Sonoma County along river banks.

— Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2026

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