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as in to lengthen
to make longer
our guests from out of town extended their visit by a week
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2
as in to offer
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
the couple extended an invitation to join them for a get-together at their house after the concert
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as in to expand
to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area
you can extend that chaise longue so that it lies completely flat
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as in to increase
to make greater in size, amount, or number
embarked on a series of wars intended to extend his empire
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as in to dilute
to alter (something) for the worse with the addition of foreign or lower-grade substances
the company extends its ice cream with thickeners and other additives
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Recent Examples of extend
If your entryway has limited square footage, let your fall porch decor extend past the front stoop.
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
As 9to5Mac reports, Apple's new Live Translation feature will be extended to AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 with ANC.
—PC Magazine, 17 Sep. 2025
Each plate features a cluster of central roses with intricate details that extend around the rim.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Those heat waves have also extended from an average of three days to four—and the heat wave season lasts much longer, extending from just more than 20 days in the 1960s to more than 70 now.
—Andrea Thompson, Scientific American, 17 Sep. 2025
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
As 9to5Mac reports, Apple's new Live Translation feature will be extended to AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 with ANC.
—PC Magazine, 17 Sep. 2025
Each plate features a cluster of central roses with intricate details that extend around the rim.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Those heat waves have also extended from an average of three days to four—and the heat wave season lasts much longer, extending from just more than 20 days in the 1960s to more than 70 now.
—Andrea Thompson, Scientific American, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for extend
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Like any tubing mascara, Badi Lash wraps lashes in flexible, smudge-proof polymers that darken and lengthen them.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Earlier this year, Norway’s sovereign wealth fund proposed switching to semiannual reporting, reasoning that lengthening the time frame would allow companies to focus on the longer term.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
15 Sep. 2025
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Enough grass appeared between two converging outfielders to offer optimism.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
21 Sep. 2025
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Additionally, the chain is offering a deal that allows customers to buy any large pizza at regular menu price and get another large, 1-topping pizza for free.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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Under the agreement, Cracker Barrel expanded its board from 10 to 11 members and appointed Jody Bilney, one of Biglari’s preferred nominees, as an independent director.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
18 Sep. 2025
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Among them are Russia's ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russia's growing threat to NATO's eastern flank and the war in Gaza, where Israel's offensive on Gaza City is expanding as the two leaders meet.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
18 Sep. 2025
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Unlocking perks But the rising cost of card membership has led some users to downgrade to lower-tier versions or explore more affordable offerings from Capital One or Citigroup, senior Bankrate analyst Ted Rossman told CNBC in June.—
Hugh Son,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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Abreu currently leads the Kubota High Limit Racing standings after securing nine victories so far this season.—
Lydia Mee,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Start with once daily, and if your skin can handle it, gradually increase to two or three times per week.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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When a La Niña phase occurs, less wind shear occurs in the regions of the Atlantic basin where tropical weather develops, increasing the potential for more storms, AccuWeather said.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
16 Sep. 2025
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Bailouts Government bailouts contribute to monetary debasement via the creation of new money, which dilutes the currency’s value and fuels inflation.—
Alex Pron,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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However, this formula is diluted enough to be safe for use.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Sep. 2025
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Essential safety tips for heavy rain Heavy rainfall may lead to flooding if prolonged or if there is excessive runoff.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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Ushering his start in February, the Australian is striving to prolong a seven-month season.—
Cory Mull,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Since applicants go through the renewal process every two years, immigration experts say that those with active status have already been screened by the government and given protection from deportation.—
Armando Garcia,
ABC News,
18 Sep. 2025
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The app gives owners the option to connect with the owners of their canine's relative, to exchange information about their pets or schedule a playdate.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Extend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extend. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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