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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
As of June 2026, when the hotel officially transitions from this soft opening phase to truly all-inclusive, every stay will be a full room-and-board rate—an offer that extends to the wine, beer, and snacks in the mini bar.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Feb. 2026
The resort’s focus on wellness extends far beyond the spa, though.
—Angela Lian, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Surely, the dog owners are at fault, but the chain of guilt extends beyond them.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 17 Feb. 2026
That moral training naturally extends into social responsibility.
—Irfan Sarwar, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
The Estrogen Shift Menopause represents a biological turning point that extends well beyond fertility.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 17 Feb. 2026
At that time, Beall’s 321 acres were in Fort Worth’s extraterritorial jurisdiction, or ETJ, a zone of control that extends five miles past the city limits.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Feb. 2026
But Glenn’s story extends far beyond the ice.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
The full closure extends from a mile south of Deetjen's Big Sur Inn, in Monterey County, to Ragged Point Inn, in San Luis Obispo County.
—Jose Fabian, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Feb. 2026
The resort’s focus on wellness extends far beyond the spa, though.
—Angela Lian, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Surely, the dog owners are at fault, but the chain of guilt extends beyond them.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 17 Feb. 2026
That moral training naturally extends into social responsibility.
—Irfan Sarwar, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
The Estrogen Shift Menopause represents a biological turning point that extends well beyond fertility.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 17 Feb. 2026
At that time, Beall’s 321 acres were in Fort Worth’s extraterritorial jurisdiction, or ETJ, a zone of control that extends five miles past the city limits.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Feb. 2026
But Glenn’s story extends far beyond the ice.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
The full closure extends from a mile south of Deetjen's Big Sur Inn, in Monterey County, to Ragged Point Inn, in San Luis Obispo County.
—Jose Fabian, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extends
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As the day lengthens, and between moves, a little grease imprints each of my pieces—the residue of crackly griot, pikliz, and tostones.—
Inés Anguiano,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Feb. 2026
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The vegan formula tubes, lengthens, and volumizes by coating each lash in lightweight fibers and film-forming polymers for striking definition.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2026
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The restaurant also offers a strong selection of sakes that pair well with the menu.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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Cheese offers calcium for bone health.—
Ashia Aubourg,
Outside,
19 Feb. 2026
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The love expands, the circle widens, the tradition shifts.—
Natasha Pickowicz,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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Last month, Illinois took a major step forward with the signing of the Clean Slate Act (HB 1836), a bipartisan law that expands opportunity and strengthens Illinois’ economy.—
Curtis Reed,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Feb. 2026
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Going into tonight's event, biographical drama Peter Hujar's Day leads the pack on the film side with five nominations, including for director Ira Sachs, and stars Rebecca Hall and Ben Whishaw (who is also nominated for his performance on Netflix's Black Doves).—
Jillian Sederholm,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Feb. 2026
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Quietly, Sister Sebastian leads me over to the dining room for dinner, where a large mahogany table is set for one.—
Hannah Towey,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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While a certain amount of planning and foresight can be helpful, sometimes doing more just increases anxiety and exhaustion.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
18 Feb. 2026
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Delaying his return also increases the Mavericks’ chances to secure the highest possible lottery position for this summer’s NBA draft.—
Mike Curtis,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Emma Basch, PsyD, a clinical psychologist, agrees, expressing concern that tying self-care to allowance dilutes the concept and does not help kids internalize that caring for themselves is not a job they will ever be paid for, but a way of showing themselves respect and care.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
7 Feb. 2026
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The judge said one district dilutes the votes of Blacks and Latinos.—
Oren Oppenheim,
ABC News,
21 Jan. 2026
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In the coming months, Raman will have to reach beyond her district, which stretches from Silver Lake to Reseda, introducing herself and her record to voters across the city.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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No suspects are in custody as the search for Nancy Guthrie stretches into its 15th day.—
Kayla Hayempour,
NBC news,
16 Feb. 2026
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The bill also gives the legal right to anyone who is harmed by such material to seek a remedy and bring an action against the entity that distributed the material.—
Mohamed Suliman,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2026
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Health Benefits of Turmeric Latte The primary compound in turmeric, curcumin, gives turmeric lattes their bright yellow color.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Extends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extends. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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