extending (out)

present participle of extend (out)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for extending (out)
Verb
  • There are spikes and things sticking out?
    Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
  • The space still appears to be under construction, as wires can be seen sticking out of the walls and ceilings, while wooden boards cover the floors.
    Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Officials say the group, with about 4,500 sailors and Marines, is capable not only of stopping traffickers at sea but also of projecting ground forces ashore if ordered.
    Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
  • The company, whose stock price has more than doubled this year, is projecting a positive adjusted EBITDA of $5 million for 2025.
    Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2025
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“Extending (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extending%20%28out%29. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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