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
Francisco Alvarez’s return lengthens the lineup.
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Will Sammon, New York Times, 13 June 2026
When the cycle lengthens, growth is a tax on the balance sheet rather than a contribution.
—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
Will Sammon, New York Times, 13 June 2026
When the cycle lengthens, growth is a tax on the balance sheet rather than a contribution.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lengthens
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After years of abject failures, underachievement or agonising near-misses, Tuchel was hired to end England’s wait for a major international men’s trophy, which now extends to 60 years.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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The logistics advantage The military value of better batteries extends well beyond longer flight times.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
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Researchers think that making art also increases neuroplasticity (the ability to form new connections).—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
17 June 2026
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That increases the risk that individuals’ personal data could be exposed, misused or commercialized without their consent.—
Sharon Lerner,
ProPublica,
17 June 2026
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The patriarch’s younger son, Abhay, thirty-nine, and his family live on the top floor in a spacious, breezy apartment that commands a fine view of Dhakuria Lake, which stretches away into the distance, flanking Southern Avenue.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 June 2026
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Your optimistic nature thrives on movement, so choose an inspiring route and ask bigger questions while wonder stretches your thinking.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
16 June 2026
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Laura Geller Champagne Spackle Skin-Perfecting Primer The Laura Geller Spackle Primer is a lightweight, skin-plumping makeup base that enhances and prolongs foundation wear.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
12 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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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 22 Jun. 2026.
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