stretched
Example Sentences
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Analysts, however, warn valuations have become stretched, while growing opposition to energy-guzzling data-centre projects also poses a risk.
From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026
When his fresh water ran out on July 11, he collected drinking water by filling buckets with seawater and capturing the condensation beneath plastic bags he stretched over the buckets.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
Firefighters in both countries are stretched to the limits of their capacity, with the flames spreading faster than they are able to contain them.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
From there, the seventh seed powered on and stretched away from Van Veen in scoring and finishing to seal a comfortable victory.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
Russell stretched out the window again, and his eyes locked on me.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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