outstretched 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of outstretchednext
as in extensive

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outstretched

2 of 2

verb

past tense of outstretch
1
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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2
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 Synonyms for outstretched
  1. extensive
  2. extended
  3. elongated
  4. expanded
  5. far-reaching
  6. opened
  7. increased
  8. longish
Adjective
  • Our expert take The Platinum Card® from American Express is a premium card loaded with annual statement credits, entertainment benefits, extensive airport lounge access, elite status perks and more.
    Ryley Amond, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Forbes Valuation Sean Combs was once on the path to becoming a billionaire thanks to his extensive music career, business ventures that included the Sean John fashion and fragrance lines and founding the Revolt TV network and since unrealized plans to become a cannabis mogul.
    Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of extensive
Verb
  • Revised Reporting Deadlines For companies created or registered before January 1, 2024, the deadline to file initial beneficial ownership reports has been extended to January 13, 2025.
    Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Her leadership extended to local and international interfaith and bridge-building efforts, including serving as a board member and chair of the clergy dialogue for MCCJ (now Mosaic), and engaging with organizations related to faith communities in the former Soviet Union.
    Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of extended
Adjective
  • Another catchy song with elongated, ethereal harmonies that capture the temptation of infidelity.
    Bryan West, The Tennessean, 18 Apr. 2024
  • Worm lizards are well adapted for underground life, with elongated bodies, reduced or no limbs, rudimentary eyes and tough, ring-like scales.
    Newsweek, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of elongated
Verb
  • The program grew to include 60 participants from each side, then expanded to include Arab and Jewish students in northern Israel.
    Hessie Jones, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The terminal is being expanded, with that work likely to start in 2025.
    Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of expanded
Adjective
  • What Happens Next The Rust tragedy has had far-reaching consequences, sparking civil lawsuits and prompting widespread industry scrutiny of firearm safety on film sets.
    Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Great Lakes ice maintains ecosystem health, recreation, infrastructure The impacts of low ice cover are far-reaching, and what happens in the winter matters for the rest of the year.
    Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of far-reaching
Verb
  • In addition to the station, Ford purchased the 270,000-square-foot Book Depository next door, which opened in 2023 with the Newlab incubator.
    Patrick Sauer, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Davis opened as a massive favorite at (-2000).
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of opened
Verb
  • However, operating expenses increased, with selling, general, and administrative costs rising 19%.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • While security measures at hospitals have increased following the shooting, experts warn that these efforts may be temporary unless significant changes are made.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of increased
Adjective
  • Kraven, as played by Aaron Taylor-Johnson in longish hair and a beard but not much else that really distinguishes him (he’s ripped!
    Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The Goons had expensive vehicles and no curfews and longish hair that hung in their eyes.
    Rachel Monroe, The New Yorker, 21 June 2024
Definition of longish
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