extended

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The prospect of annual growth below 5% for an extended period is ratcheting up Beijing’s anxiety about a slow-growth economy’s political consequences.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's term in office ended on 15 May but was extended by a year.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

As Sinlaku strengthened over open water, satellites began detecting signs that its effects extended far beyond the storm itself.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

The rule, which was supposed to be temporary and was repeatedly extended, ended Friday after a vote to extend it again failed to garner enough votes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

“I’m sorry, we haven’t been properly introduced,” Inés said, as she extended a hand to us.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall