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as in extended
to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area
the dog had outstretched his legs and was lying across the width of the doorway
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as in lengthened
to make longer
having outstretched our lunch break beyond all reason, we reluctantly headed back to work
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Recent Examples of outstretched
Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
After losing his perfect game in the sixth, Webb lost his no-hitter when Turang lined a one-out single into left field just beyond the outstretched reach of Chapman.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
Smith’s best throw of the day came during seven-on-seven, when Cooper was boxed in by a defensive back in front and behind him, but Smith still managed to get the ball to him over the outstretched arms of the defensive back in front of Cooper.
—Zack Rosenblatt, New York Times, 3 June 2026
Abreu gunned to Connor Wong, who swung his arm high to apply the tag, and Larnach’s outstretched arm slid safely into home before Wong’s mitt made contact with his helmet.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 23 May 2026
Goldberg shouted with her arms outstretched.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 21 May 2026
Fans put their outstretched arms across the shoulders of the people standing next to them, all throughout the supporters’ section of the stadium.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
André Gomes played a free kick into the area and Olwethu Makhanya's clearance attempt was knocked down by Picard, who chipped a second-touch shot from just outside the box that slipped inside the back post and over the outstretched arm of goalkeeper Andre Blake.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
The Union pushed up the pitch quickly to find an unmarked Bender, who drove a low shot past the outstretched fingers of Maxime Crépeau to level the match at 3-3 in the 79th minute, setting the stage for Ojeda’s last-minute winner.
—Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2026
Adjective
Renderings show the arch would be twice the height of the Lincoln Memorial, crowned by a golden statue of Lady Liberty sporting outstretched wings.
—Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
After losing his perfect game in the sixth, Webb lost his no-hitter when Turang lined a one-out single into left field just beyond the outstretched reach of Chapman.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
Smith’s best throw of the day came during seven-on-seven, when Cooper was boxed in by a defensive back in front and behind him, but Smith still managed to get the ball to him over the outstretched arms of the defensive back in front of Cooper.
—Zack Rosenblatt, New York Times, 3 June 2026
Abreu gunned to Connor Wong, who swung his arm high to apply the tag, and Larnach’s outstretched arm slid safely into home before Wong’s mitt made contact with his helmet.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 23 May 2026
Goldberg shouted with her arms outstretched.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 21 May 2026
Fans put their outstretched arms across the shoulders of the people standing next to them, all throughout the supporters’ section of the stadium.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
André Gomes played a free kick into the area and Olwethu Makhanya's clearance attempt was knocked down by Picard, who chipped a second-touch shot from just outside the box that slipped inside the back post and over the outstretched arm of goalkeeper Andre Blake.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
The Union pushed up the pitch quickly to find an unmarked Bender, who drove a low shot past the outstretched fingers of Maxime Crépeau to level the match at 3-3 in the 79th minute, setting the stage for Ojeda’s last-minute winner.
—Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outstretched
Adjective
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Shortly after the boat’s excavation in the early 1920s, extensive studies were carried out to determine where the invaders came from.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
11 Dec. 2025
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The extreme heat, extensive periods of drought, and seemingly endless dry, dusty expanses peppered with spiky plants form a landscape that is seductive and romantic.—
Von Diaz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 Dec. 2025
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Those dividends extended beyond pen and pad.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
12 June 2026
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The post started with a video of Dobrev posing in front of a mirror while wearing a white Knicks shirt which just barely extended past her hips, pairing the shirt with just a black sleep mask and no pants.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
Verb
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Although the list of edible foods that double as fish bait could be lengthened, there are as many natural baits little known or used by the average fisherman.—
Byron W. Dalrymple,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
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Whether enjoyed neat, over ice, lengthened with premium tonic, or served in the elegant simplicity of a Martini, Cygnet is crafted to elevate every gin-drinking occasion.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
1 June 2026
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The response was immediate and far-reaching.—
Derek James,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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What The Supreme Court Actually Said The Court issued no far-reaching or precedent-setting decision.—
TerDawn DeBoe,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Verb
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In the race to replace Phil Serna, epidemiologist and former Sacramento mayoral candidate Flo Cofer expanded her sizable lead over rival and Sacramento City Councilmember Eric Guerra compared to Friday’s returns.—
Reeti Malhotra
June 9,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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Haiti’s vulnerable ports As Haiti’s armed gangs have expanded and become more powerful, concerns about the security of the country’s seaports have grown.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
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And renters who aren’t stretched to the breaking point every month don’t skip out on rent, don’t bounce from apartment to apartment, and don’t disappear the moment the economy hiccups.—
Ivan Barratt,
Fortune,
14 June 2026
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But the short stay stretched into a month, and the once-polite guest turned rude, demanding and increasingly hostile, according to Vanity Fair.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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In Germany, Woltemade’s fee was seen as excessive, especially considering his breakout campaign only came last season, while in England, a strong narrative emerged that Newcastle had panicked, given the disastrous summer-long Isak saga, and had signed a striker ill-suited to Howe’s tactics.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
10 Dec. 2025
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The multicolor bubble lamps sit on a long bed of faux holly and berries, which look elegant as a centerpiece or mantelpiece and harken back to childhood Christmases.—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
10 Dec. 2025
Verb
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That opened access to low-interest loans for homeowners, businesses and nonprofits but not grants for personal expenses like temporary housing.—
Daniel C. Vock,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
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It's been a number of weeks since a family friendly film opened wide, and with summer upon us, that makes for a majorly underserved market raring to return to theaters.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
14 June 2026
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“Outstretched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outstretched. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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