extend
Pronunciación: [ɪkˈstɛnd]
Palabra
Contexto: «physical reach»
(verb) to make something longer or larger. Like when you stretch out your arm to reach something far away.
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She decided to extend her arm to grab the toy from the shelf.
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He couldn’t extend the rope because it was already at its limit.
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Can you extend your leg to help kick the ball?
Contexto: «time period»
(verb) to make a period of time longer. This is like when you ask your teacher for more time to finish your homework.
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The teacher will extend the deadline for the project by one week.
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They decided not to extend the event time, so it ended as scheduled.
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Will they extend the sale so more people can participate?
Contexto: «offer or good wishes»
(verb) to give something, like greetings, thanks, or an invitation to someone. It’s like saying hello to someone you care about.
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I would like to extend my thanks to everyone who helped with the project.
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She didn’t extend her invitation to him after he was rude.
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Did you extend your best wishes for her birthday?
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