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extended

[ik-sten-did] / ɪkˈstɛn dɪd /
ADJECTIVE
lengthened
Synonyms
STRONGEST
continued drawn-out lengthy protracted
STRONG
elongate elongated enlarged long prolonged spread unfolded unfurled
WEAK
spread-out stretched-out very long
Antonyms
WEAK
abbreviated abridged compressed condensed contracted curtailed cut lessened narrow reduced shortened
ADJECTIVE
widespread, comprehensive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
expanded extensive
STRONG
enlarged spread sweeping
WEAK
broad expansive far-flung far-reaching large-scale outspread scopic scopious thorough wide
Antonyms
WEAK
abbreviated abridged compressed condensed contracted curtailed cut lessened narrow reduced shortened

Example Sentences

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Software stocks extended their recovery in Europe after the tech-heavy Nasdaq hit a record high on its 12th consecutive winning session.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The terms of the deal specify that the ceasefire is set to last 10 days, with the possibility it being "extended by mutual agreement" if negotiations show signs of progress.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Williams tested the streaming waters when he anchored extended coverage of the presidential election in 2024 on Amazon Prime Video.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Shares ended Wednesday’s session up 14% and extended the rally on Thursday, advancing 8.5%.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Jet Stone Boy extended his hand to Nathan.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young