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extension

[ik-sten-shuhn] / ɪkˈstɛn ʃən /


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DCC said it agreed to an extension of the deadline for the consortium to make a formal offer for the company or walk away until July 8 so that the companies can continue talks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Counties can ask for an extension, and they still have up to 30 days to certify the results, so the law only goes so far.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

The company had revised its latest extension plans, after councillors rejected previous proposals in 2023.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

If they file an extension, they should follow through.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

He had fed an extension cord through a crack in the screen door, connected to a box fan that blew at his feet.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen




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