OUTSPREAD Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

outspread

verb

ˌau̇t-ˈspred

Definition of outspread

as in to extend

to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area when it outspread its wings, a pteranodon would have had a wingspan in excess of 20 feet

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The collective process involved in the making of even one film is extended by the electric impact of films placed in juxtaposition.

— Geoffrey O’Brien, The New York Review of Books, 22 Aug. 2026
The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner extended his contract at Inter Miami last October, tying him to the Major League Soccer side through the 2028 season.

— Cerys Jones, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of extend

Verb

Earlier this month, Spotify announced plans to expand its own AI labeling, focusing on telling users when an artist is artificial rather than specific songs.

— James Peckham, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026
Longtime American soccer reporter Pablo Maurer’s story outlines a potential 20-team competition that expands the postseason field by two while also adding incentives for teams to finish higher in the table.

— Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of expand

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Prosecutors revealed Davis’ admittedly big mouth had been opening to investigators since 1998 – only two years after Shakur was gunned down – in a series of secret interviews trying to minimize his own legal damage by giving information to the cops.

— Andy Rose, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
Her SongTeller Hotel in Nashville — which includes two live music venues, a speakeasy, a cafe, and the Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum — is scheduled to open next month.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of open

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With a direct flight from Atlanta to Argyle International Airport, five hours later, a diverse world unfolded.

— Judith Garrison, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
While this unfolds, Rebecca is trying to carve out some quality time with Matthijs via a quickie in her office that Ted has the bad timing to interrupt.

— Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of unfold

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Body camera footage shows the officer was the first to outstretch his arms toward McAlpin while McAlpin’s arms remained by his side.

— Holly Yan, Melissa Alonso and Caroll Alvarado, CNN, 16 Oct. 2024
Verlander is now set to cash in with a multi-year deal, one that may outstretch what Houston is willing to spend.

— Michael Shapiro, Chron, 22 Nov. 2022

Definition of outstretch

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