extending
Pronunciation: [ɪkˈstɛndɪŋ]
Context: "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.
Example
She is extending her arms wide to give her friend a big hug.
Example
He didn't extend his time for the project, so it was finished early.
Example
Why are you extending the rope to reach the other side?
Context: "time duration"
(verb) to make something last for a longer period of time. If a party goes on longer than planned, it is extended.
Example
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.
Example
Will the event be extended so that more people can come?
Context: "offering support"
(verb) to offer something, like support or help, to someone. If you extend an invitation, you're asking someone to join you.
Example
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.
Example
Can you extend your support to the new students?