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extending

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈstɛndɪŋ]

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Learn how to use extending in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

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.

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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?

How to pronounce extending

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈstɛndɪŋ]

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