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as in lengthens
to make longer
our guests from out of town extended their visit by a week
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as in offers
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 expands
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 increases
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 dilutes
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 extends
Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and showrun by Amar Kaushik, the film extends the franchise’s mythology while introducing new folklore, humor and emotional depth.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025
Since this difference extends to Taiwanese computer keyboards, my initial ignorance became a translation opportunity.
—Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2025
Taylor Swift extends her Charlotte streak A phenomenon still not quite at the height of her powers, the then-25-year-old pop singer demonstrated her command over this particular venue in what marked her fourth time headlining it in eight years.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2025
The Billboard Hall of Fame Award celebrates a career that extends beyond musical performance and takes into account the incredible influence the recipient enjoys as an artist globally in multiple fields, according to a press release.
—Griselda Flores, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2025
The Infuse collection spans Rag & Bone’s entire fit range, from extra slim to baggy, and extends beyond jeans into denim shirts and jackets.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Oct. 2025
Her relationship with the label extends back to 2011 and her wedding to Prince William.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
But each show’s commitment to realism only extends to a certain point.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2025
Hit the ignition button and the blade doesn't just flick on; the light extends like a real lightsaber would.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025
Since this difference extends to Taiwanese computer keyboards, my initial ignorance became a translation opportunity.
—Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2025
Taylor Swift extends her Charlotte streak A phenomenon still not quite at the height of her powers, the then-25-year-old pop singer demonstrated her command over this particular venue in what marked her fourth time headlining it in eight years.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2025
The Billboard Hall of Fame Award celebrates a career that extends beyond musical performance and takes into account the incredible influence the recipient enjoys as an artist globally in multiple fields, according to a press release.
—Griselda Flores, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2025
The Infuse collection spans Rag & Bone’s entire fit range, from extra slim to baggy, and extends beyond jeans into denim shirts and jackets.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Oct. 2025
Her relationship with the label extends back to 2011 and her wedding to Prince William.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
But each show’s commitment to realism only extends to a certain point.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2025
Hit the ignition button and the blade doesn't just flick on; the light extends like a real lightsaber would.
—Chris McMullen, Space.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extends
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Within a couple of weeks of getting exercise, aerobic activity initiates cellular changes that increase the amount of plasma in the blood, which allows the blood to deliver more oxygen to the muscles and lengthens endurance.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
NBC news,
7 Oct. 2025
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While ChatGPT may initially recommend suicide hotlines, the AI could later give harmful answers as the conversation lengthens.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Sep. 2025
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Alternatively, a clamp-style version offers similar experiences for non-MagSafe items.—
Anita Katee,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Oct. 2025
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And while Sturm offers a small group of men’s options (the Face Cream Men doubles as an after-shave soother), some of her male clientele seem content to buy the primary unisex line.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
18 Oct. 2025
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The quantum computer at the IBM-Euskadi Quantum Computational Center in San Sebastian expands the region’s embrace of the technology that started years ago—one that has also served to unite scientists across the continent.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
12 Oct. 2025
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Harrison Dickinson’s feature directorial debut expands to more than 100 runs nationally on 10/17.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
12 Oct. 2025
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Jack Eichel leads the team with seven points on two goals and five assists.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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For me, the term deconstruction leads straight to the French philosopher Jacques Derrida.—
Brené Brown,
Fortune,
14 Oct. 2025
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Environmental Exposures Being around certain chemicals and substances increases the risk of stomach cancer.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
17 Oct. 2025
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The weather service offers 7-day forecasting, as uncertainty increases beyond a week out.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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Yes, growth is tempting — launching podcasts, videos, new products — but every expansion dilutes focus.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
7 Oct. 2025
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The map, which is awaiting Kehoe’s signature, dilutes Kansas City-area voters into three Republican-leaning districts.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
23 Sep. 2025
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The cups are made using a special Flexicup fabric that stretches with you, and one-of-a-kind Floataway Wire is wrapped in airflow mesh that stays put with zero digging.—
Ali Faccenda,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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That will be tested further than ever this season as their European journey stretches their squad.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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While the bans would have only applied in California, the state’s sheer size gives it significant influence over what gets manufactured for sale across the nation.—
Rachel Frazin,
The Hill,
14 Oct. 2025
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Showgirl was introduced as an album that gives fans a look behind the Eras Tour curtain, so attendees of that tour were eager to not just relive the magic but learn more about Taylor’s thought processes during such a whirlwind time of her career.—
Eric Renner Brown,
Billboard,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Extends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extends. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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