stretching
Example Sentences
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In the Appalachian region stretching through the US state of West Virginia, the reddish water flowing out of retired coal mines is acidic, full of heavy metals and toxic for the environment.
From Barron's ● Aug. 22, 2026
Thomas Gernon, Professor of Earth Science at the University of Southampton and lead author of the study, explained that the Grand Canyon preserves a geological history stretching back about two billion years.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 21, 2026
Balance training isn’t meant to replace regular exercise: the average adult still needs to do aerobic exercise for cardiovascular health, stretching for flexibility and strength training to build muscles and bone density.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
It will however remain dry for most of the UK over the weekend, stretching out the run of days where there has been no notable rain in southern England for two months.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
The dragon hissed again, then arched its back, stretching its leathery red wings into the air.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
