FLARES (OUT) Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

flares (out)

verb

present tense third-person singular of flare (out)

as in stretches (out)

to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area can we flare out the umbrella a little more so that more of the picnic table is sheltered

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This is a pilot program, and unless Congress extends the availability, children born in other years cannot receive the starter sum.

— Erik Sherman, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
According to both companies, the partnership extends beyond technology implementation and seeks to establish a scalable blueprint for modern shipbuilding that can be replicated across shipyards globally.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026

Definition of extends

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As artificial intelligence expands across K-12 schools, Massachusetts announced a new $500,000 public-private investment in AI applied learning opportunities for hundreds of students, the Healey-Driscoll administration announced Tuesday.

— Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 22 July 2026
The Iranian military fired six missiles on Jordan today, according to the Jordan Armed Forces, as the regional conflict expands.

— Arpita Dasika, CNN Money, 22 July 2026

Definition of expands

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Green Bay opens training camp Wednesday, and here are five reasons the Packers will miss the postseason for the first time since 2022.

— Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
While in a squatting position, the dancer rapidly opens and closes his bent legs while his arms are outstretched.

— Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2026

Definition of opens

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As San Diego Comic-Con unfolds this week, thousands of attendees gather to celebrate their favorite characters, stories and fandoms in what many consider the highlight of their year.

— Denis Akbari, USA Today, 25 July 2026
Fourth round play continues in Blaine, MN, watch to see how the event unfolds.

— Data Skrive, New York Times, 25 July 2026

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