extensions

NOUN

enlargement, continuation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

delay development expansion increase postponement

STRONG

addendum addition adjunct amplification annex appendage appendix arm augmentation branch broadening compass dilatation distension elongation extent lengthening orbit production prolongation protraction purview radius reach scope span spread stretch stretching supplement sweep widening wing

WEAK

continuing drawing out spreading out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

decrease

STRONG

base body lessening shortening subtraction

WEAK

abbreviation abridgment compression contraction curtailment reduction

Example Sentences

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She saw one man decide to self-deport, and countless others beg the judge for extensions on their cases.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

Congress required the DHS Secretary to periodically review country determinations with extensions limited to 18 months at a time, though they are often extended for decades.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

Almost all of Scotland's councils, who approve extensions to licensing rules, have allowed pubs and clubs to stay open to show the games despite them often continuing beyond normal closing times.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

In the past, the barrels were returned slowly, with some companies requesting extensions.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 18, 2026

Frantically I searched the switchboard in front of me until I saw a notecard with dozens of extensions on it.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse