extends
Pronunciación: [ɪkˈstɛndz]
Palabra
Contexto: «lengthening»
(verb) to make something longer in time, space, or distance. When you extend something, you increase its size or duration. Like stretching a rubber band or giving someone extra time to finish a task.
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The teacher extends the class period to give more time for questions.
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We cannot extend the deadline any further; it is already too late.
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Can we extend our playtime by thirty minutes today?
Contexto: «offering help»
(verb) to offer something, like help or an invitation, to someone else. When you extend a hand, you are showing willingness to assist or invite someone to join.
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She extends her hand to greet the new student warmly.
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He did not extend any assistance when she asked for help.
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Will you extend an invitation to your birthday party?
Contexto: «relationships»
(verb) to reach out to someone or to build connections. This means making an effort to include or communicate with others, like trying to befriend someone new.
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He extends his friendship to everyone he meets.
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She did not extend her friendship to those who were rude.
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How can I extend an invitation to my neighbors?
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