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
It’s made of soft pebbled leather with a fabric lining, and the adjustable strap lengthens to 22 inches to get the best fit.
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Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
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.
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Ali Aydan,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
To begin the response this belatedly only lengthens the road to resolution.
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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.
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Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
The slim toe lengthens the leg, while the open heel keeps the outfit from looking heavy.
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Alex Sales,
Glamour,
27 Mar. 2026
Not to mention climate change, which lengthens growing seasons and increases pollen production.
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Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
25 Mar. 2026
The law phases out several affordable repayment plans and lengthens terms for others.
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Annie Nova,kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
10 Mar. 2026
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
Francisco Alvarez’s return lengthens the lineup.
—
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
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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Tuesday’s ruling declares the case a class action and extends the order nationwide.
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Leadership extends far beyond an intellectual and emotional endeavor.
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That increases borrowing costs across the wider economy, including people’s mortgage rates.
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People taking diuretics, beta-blockers or any transdermal medication patches should check with a doctor first since heat significantly increases drug absorption through the skin.
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The primary to represent the upstate New York district, which stretches from the Canadian border to straddling the northern Albany suburbs, became increasingly bitter as Constantino and Smullen threatened legal action against each other over claims made during the campaign.
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The impact stretches beyond North Park.
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Minoxidil prolongs the growth phase of those follicles.
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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.
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Plus, the pants have functional back pockets and a streamlined silhouette that elongates your frame.
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These nails are oval-shaped, which elongates the nail and prevents broken nails.
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“Lengthens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lengthens. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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