Extend (Verb)
Meaning 1
Prolong the time allowed for payment of; "extend the loan".
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Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The bank agreed to extend the loan repayment period for an additional six months to help customers facing financial difficulties.
- The store extended the deadline for their seasonal sale to allow shoppers more time to take advantage of the discounts.
- The government extended the tax filing period due to unexpected delays from recent changes in the system.
- To accommodate increased demand, the IT company extended their subscription service promotion to new customers for the remainder of the quarter.
- After reviewing the borrower's financial records, the creditor decided to extend the payment period for the overdue amount by 90 days.
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Meaning 2
Thrust or extend out; "He held out his hand"; "point a finger"; "extend a hand"; "the bee exserted its sting".
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- She extended her hand, expecting a handshake from the stranger.
- He extended his arm out the window as he sped down the highway.
- She extended her finger to point out the bird in the tree.
- The fire dancer extended her staff, spinning the flaming end around her body.
- She carefully extended her leg, pointing her toes and balancing on one foot.
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Meaning 3
Extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body; "Stretch your legs!"; "Extend your right arm above your head".
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- Stretch your arms above your head to loosen your shoulders.
- Now extend your left leg straight out in front of you and hold for 10 seconds.
- One way to alleviate back pain is to extend your entire body and arch your spine backwards.
- In the yoga pose, extend your right arm upwards and balance on one leg.
- She learned to extend her body in various ways using her flexibility training exercises.
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Meaning 4
Increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance; "stretch the soup by adding some more cream"; "extend the casserole with a little rice".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
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- You can extend the expensive chocolate cake by adding some regular flour to it and making it more filling.
- To stretch the expensive strawberry jam, they decided to extend it with some sugar and water.
- Restaurants often extend their expensive sauces by adding some starchy fillers to dilute them.
- She learned how to extend the expensive shrimp salad by adding some rice to it.
- This budget-conscious chef found ways to extend the restaurant's expensive soups with vegetables and low-cost grains.
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Meaning 5
Offer verbally; "extend my greetings"; "He offered his sympathy".
Classification
Verbs of buying, selling, owning.
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- Please extend my warmest congratulations to the newlyweds.
- I'd like to extend my sincerest apologies for the inconvenience.
- On behalf of our company, I extend my deepest condolences to the family.
- The company's owner would like to extend a personal invitation to the event.
- We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported the charity.
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Meaning 6
Continue or extend; "The civil war carried into the neighboring province"; "The disease extended into the remote mountain provinces".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The cold weather extended into the spring months, causing widespread damage to crops.
- The company decided to extend its operations into the global market to increase revenue.
- The ancient Roman Empire extended its territories across Europe, Africa, and Asia.
- The art exhibition was such a huge success that it extended into a second week.
- The new highway extended into the countryside, making it easier for residents to commute to the city.
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Meaning 7
Make available; provide; "extend a loan"; "The bank offers a good deal on new mortgages".
Classification
Verbs of buying, selling, owning.
Examples
- The company will extend a loan of up to $10,000 to its employees for education expenses.
- We are able to extend payment terms to 12 months to help you afford your new home.
- The bank is willing to extend a line of credit to support the startup's growth.
- Our services extend a 24/7 technical support to ensure your systems run smoothly.
- The university will extend financial assistance to students whose family income has been severely impacted by the pandemic.
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Meaning 8
Use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity; "He really extended himself when he climbed Kilimanjaro"; "Don't strain your mind too much".
Classification
Verbs of eating and drinking.
Examples
- She really extended herself to finish the project on time, working non-stop for three days.
- He extended every ounce of energy he had to complete the marathon.
- The company extended its resources to meet the unexpected demand for their product.
- Don't extend your body too much, or you might strain a muscle.
- The team extended themselves to come up with creative solutions for the client's challenging problem.
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Meaning 9
Span an interval of distance, space or time; "The war extended over five years"; "The period covered the turn of the century"; "My land extends over the hills on the horizon"; "This farm covers some 200 acres"; "The Archipelago continues for another 500 miles".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- The lecture extended until midnight, forcing some of the audience to leave early.
- The company's influence in the market extends across three continents, solidifying its global presence.
- The vast empire extended from the frozen tundra in the north to the scorching deserts in the south.
- Her property extends over 50 acres of rolling hills and woodland areas.
- The newly constructed highway extends over 500 miles, connecting major cities in the country.
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Meaning 10
Expand the influence of; "The King extended his rule to the Eastern part of the continent".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
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- The company extended its operations to cater to the growing demand in the Asian market.
- Her leadership skills helped extend the charity's influence beyond national borders.
- The team successfully extended their services to underprivileged communities worldwide.
- The city extended its borders as more people moved from rural areas to urban centers.
- The tech giant extended its presence into several emerging markets across the globe.
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Meaning 11
Open or straighten out; unbend; "Can we extend the legs of this dining table?".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
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- The adjustable table can extend up to six feet in length to accommodate a large gathering.
- If you need more legroom, you can extend the footrest of your office chair.
- Can we extend the legs of this dining table to make it more suitable for adults.
- To reduce cramping, extend your arms above your head and gently stretch your shoulders.
- The outdoor canopy can extend and retract as needed, providing optimal shade for outdoor events.
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Meaning 12
Reach outward in space; "The awning extends several feet over the sidewalk".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
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- The large roof of the sports stadium extends to provide shelter for the spectators.
- The branches of the old tree extend far beyond the edges of the property.
- The metal arm of the crane extends high above the construction site.
- The pier extends deep into the ocean, providing a spot for fishing.
- The roots of the ancient tree extend far underground, anchoring it firmly.
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Meaning 13
Lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer; "We prolonged our stay"; "She extended her visit by another day"; "The meeting was drawn out until midnight".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The company will extend the lease on the property for at least three more years.
- Her family extended their vacation to visit another island, making it a month-long trip.
- The lecture was extended by an hour to allow for more questions from the audience.
- We can extend the trial period for the software by a few more days if needed.
- The band extended the concert by doing an extra encore performance at the request of the crowd.
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Meaning 14
Extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length; "Unfold the newspaper"; "stretch out that piece of cloth"; "extend the TV antenna".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- The clothesline was too short to dry all the laundry, so she decided to extend it.
- Please stretch out the carpet to dry completely after cleaning.
- To improve the signal, extend the TV antenna outside the window.
- Unfold the table to its maximum size to accommodate all the guests.
- You have to extend the ladder fully to reach the top shelf.
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Meaning 15
Cause to move at full gallop; "Did you gallop the horse just now?".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
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- The jockey had to extend the thoroughbred around the final turn to maintain position.
- Training involves teaching the horse to extend its gait on command.
- The rider asked for more speed, and the horse began to extend, leaving others behind.
- Experienced jockeys can extend their horses without using the whip.
- The exercise calls for riders to extend their horses for two miles before reaching the finish.
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Meaning 16
Stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point; "Service runs all the way to Cranbury"; "His knowledge doesn't go very far"; "My memory extends back to my fourth year of life"; "The facts extend beyond a consideration of her personal assets".
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Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
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- The pipeline extends across the entire mountain range.
- Her gaze extends far beyond the horizon as she dreams of the future.
- The amusement park extends over 300 acres of land.
- The new highway extends the city's reach and accessibility.
- Her expertise in engineering extends far beyond what her degree suggests.
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Meaning 17
Extend in scope or range or area; "The law was extended to all citizens"; "widen the range of applications"; "broaden your horizon"; "Extend your backyard".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The company plans to extend its services to cover the entire country by the end of the year.
- The city council will extend the bike lane to reach the nearby suburbs.
- They decided to extend their shop to include more retail space for new products.
- The airport plans to extend the main terminal to accommodate more passengers.
- The government aims to extend financial assistance to all families in need.