as in extends
to make longer
I had to lengthen the handle of the paint roller in order to reach the top of the wall
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Recent Examples of lengthens
When the cycle lengthens, growth is a tax on the balance sheet rather than a contribution.
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Ali Aydan, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Storing in the refrigerator lengthens that time to six to eight months.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
To begin the response this belatedly only lengthens the road to resolution.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 19 May 2026
Customers agree that the curved brush lengthens and volumizes their lashes, while the formula is smudge-, flake-, clump-, and sweat-proof.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The slim toe lengthens the leg, while the open heel keeps the outfit from looking heavy.
—Alex Sales, Glamour, 27 Mar. 2026
Not to mention climate change, which lengthens growing seasons and increases pollen production.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 25 Mar. 2026
The law phases out several affordable repayment plans and lengthens terms for others.
—Annie Nova,kamaron McNair, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
At some point his stride lengthens, brisk, impatient.
—Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
Ali Aydan, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Storing in the refrigerator lengthens that time to six to eight months.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
To begin the response this belatedly only lengthens the road to resolution.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 19 May 2026
Customers agree that the curved brush lengthens and volumizes their lashes, while the formula is smudge-, flake-, clump-, and sweat-proof.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The slim toe lengthens the leg, while the open heel keeps the outfit from looking heavy.
—Alex Sales, Glamour, 27 Mar. 2026
Not to mention climate change, which lengthens growing seasons and increases pollen production.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 25 Mar. 2026
The law phases out several affordable repayment plans and lengthens terms for others.
—Annie Nova,kamaron McNair, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
At some point his stride lengthens, brisk, impatient.
—Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lengthens
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As per previous editions, organizers will also promote Homo Faber in Città, the initiative that extends the experience with activations across Venice, including involving little artisanal workshops exceptionally opening their doors to visitors for the occasion.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
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The table-setter who extends innings and puts pressure on the defense.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
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That ability moves towards leveling the playing field between businesses of different sizes, increases efficiency for all firms, and super charges competition to the benefit of consumers.—
Jessica Melugin,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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However, higher tick and pest activity during warmer weather increases your dog or cat’s risk of contact.—
Amy DeYoung,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The Blue Ridge Parkway is nearly 500 miles of a scenic, mountainous road that stretches from Virginia to North Carolina.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Candice and Timothy show Brittany how ‘church hurt’ stretches out from the pulpit and into cultural norms around gender, sexuality, acceptance.—
Brittany Luse,
NPR,
9 June 2026
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Every year, villages face the threat of large-scale forest fires, a danger likely to worsen with the arrival of El Niño, a phenomenon that prolongs drought and pushes regional temperatures higher.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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Fires are migrating to higher latitudes as climate change prolongs heatwaves and drought conditions in more parts of the world.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
1 June 2026
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The square-shape also elongates your nail and brings an instantly classy feel to the set.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
6 June 2026
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The subtle flare balances proportions, elongates legs, and according to shoppers, does very good things for the backside.—
Mia McManus,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Lengthens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lengthens. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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