as in extensions
the act of making longer
the elongation of artificial fibers in the manufacturing process
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Recent Examples of elongations
The tips of the arms were primarily used for bends, while elongations were more frequent closer to the body.
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Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 Sep. 2025
Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elongations
extensions
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As of earlier this week, the Columbus Blue Jackets and their four pending unrestricted free agents — forwards Charlie Coyle, Boone Jenner and Mason Marchment, and defenseman Erik Gudbranson — had not engaged in serious negotiations regarding contract extensions.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Spin-offs and brand extensions The team is now busy thinking up spin-offs and brand extensions.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Elongations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elongations. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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