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as in lengthens
to make longer
our guests from out of town extended their visit by a week
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as in offers
to put before another for acceptance or consideration
the couple extended an invitation to join them for a get-together at their house after the concert
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as in expands
to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area
you can extend that chaise longue so that it lies completely flat
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as in increases
to make greater in size, amount, or number
embarked on a series of wars intended to extend his empire
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as in dilutes
to alter (something) for the worse with the addition of foreign or lower-grade substances
the company extends its ice cream with thickeners and other additives
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Recent Examples of extends
This pattern of transformation extends across sectors.
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Moira Forbes, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The difference is a processing step that extends shelf life without changing the integrity of the ingredients.
—Dave Knox, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This clustering of female influence extends powerfully into global finance and policy.
—Moira Forbes, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Spanning two floors, on the ground level, the Asiago pink marble flooring extends like a carpet, adding a touch of color to the environment.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
This extends beyond risk adjustment to every aspect of healthcare operations.
—Rajeev Ronanki, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
The sudden turbulence swept organic matter from the pupfish's critical spawning shelf into the depths of the cavern, which extends over 500 feet.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
The allegations come at a time when Jay-Z’s influence extends far beyond music.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 10 Dec. 2024
For wine enthusiasts looking to expand their palate, the world of sparkling wine extends far beyond champagne.
—Rachel King, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Moira Forbes, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The difference is a processing step that extends shelf life without changing the integrity of the ingredients.
—Dave Knox, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
This clustering of female influence extends powerfully into global finance and policy.
—Moira Forbes, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Spanning two floors, on the ground level, the Asiago pink marble flooring extends like a carpet, adding a touch of color to the environment.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
This extends beyond risk adjustment to every aspect of healthcare operations.
—Rajeev Ronanki, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
The sudden turbulence swept organic matter from the pupfish's critical spawning shelf into the depths of the cavern, which extends over 500 feet.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
The allegations come at a time when Jay-Z’s influence extends far beyond music.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 10 Dec. 2024
For wine enthusiasts looking to expand their palate, the world of sparkling wine extends far beyond champagne.
—Rachel King, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for extends
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When looking at all of the weekly rankings in their home country, the band’s list of champions expands significantly, and due to occasional re-releases, the rockers continue to add to their historic count from time to time.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Ares, which is already invested in MLS franchise Inter Miami, expands into NFL ownership.David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024
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This leads me to my next point.Cody Slach, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Relying on luck typically leads people to ignore the responsibility of preparing for the inevitable.Andreza Araujo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Making the municipal bond market more efficient and less costly in turn increases accessibility.Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Every extra mile a truck goes increases fuel costs, raises emissions and reduces the scrap’s value.Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The Discovery Set gives an introduction to the brand’s three-step regimen, and helps to reduce redness, inflammation and improve hydration.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This keeps me connected to the pulse of the industry and gives me insight into what may work and what may not.Dave Knox, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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With its original cast iron Corinthian columns and enhanced denim presentations, a new Madewell flagship opens Wednesday in the heart of Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood.David Moin, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
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In each area like Vatican City, one mission begets another, and then another, as unlocking the map and gaining money to purchases tourist pamphlets opens even more to do, with dozens of relics, books, and junk to collect as side quests.Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024
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When Sandy goes missing, the line between reality and game blurs and Conor must venture into the strange world of OBEX to bring her home.Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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Every extra mile a truck goes increases fuel costs, raises emissions and reduces the scrap’s value.Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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That approach is expected to continue as the Endowment, which is the largest private donor to each of the four institutions, accelerates its distributions over the next 15 years.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Sadly, though, there may be no parachute for this freefall as the failure accelerates with each passing week.Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 9 Dec. 2024
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Like malaria, the disease is caused by a parasite (carried by ticks instead of mosquitoes) that infects red blood cells.Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 16 Oct. 2024
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Foodborne illness Listeria infects about 1,600 people in the United States each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.David J. Neal, Twin Cities, 15 Oct. 2024
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“Extends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extends. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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