extending
Pronunciación: [ɪkˈstɛndɪŋ]
Palabra
Contexto: «physical growth»
(verb) to make something longer, larger, or to reach out further. When you stretch your arms or add more pieces to a puzzle, you are extending it.
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She is extending her arms wide to give her friend a big hug.
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He didn't extend his time for the project, so it was finished early.
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Why are you extending the rope to reach the other side?
Contexto: «time duration»
(verb) to make something last for a longer period of time. If a party goes on longer than planned, it is extended.
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The teacher extended the deadline for the assignment to give students more time.
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The meeting was not extended, so everyone had to leave on time.
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Will the event be extended so that more people can come?
Contexto: «offering support»
(verb) to offer something, like support or help, to someone. If you extend an invitation, you're asking someone to join you.
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She extended an invitation to her birthday party to all her friends.
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He did not extend his help, which left her feeling alone during the project.
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Can you extend your support to the new students?
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