extending

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Soo-Jin Berry hit a double that scored two runs during the same inning, extending UCLA’s lead to 4-1.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

But doing so without giving Burnham the chance to stand would mean a new leader would lack "legitimacy", he said - which would end up "extending the instability and uncertainty" in the party.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

It’s also widely believed that the Trump-Xi talks will focus primarily on economic issues, such as extending their trade truce beyond November and securing purchase commitments in areas such as aerospace and agriculture.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Shares slipped 1.3% in after-hours trading Tuesday, extending losses after closing down 5.8% in the regular session.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

What was interesting was how he stooped over and scrutinized each object before extending a slow, deliberate hand.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly