- present participle of stretch.
stretching
Example Sentences
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In a game that ended up being decided by a single point, every drive, “spray,” and stretching of San Antonio’s defense became absolutely crucial to securing the win.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Raman dominated precincts known for their progressive politics, particularly those with younger people in renter-heavy neighborhoods stretching from Hollywood to Highland Park, including her home base of Silver Lake.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
BBC Wales has been shown copies of dozens of offensive Facebook posts, often using inflammatory language, from an account in Roberts' name, stretching from 2022 to 2025.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Bollywood has long been known for punishing schedules, with shifts often stretching from 12 to 18 hours and, at times, continuing for more than a day during intensive shoots.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
One of her conjure maps lifted from her desk and floated above the seated group, stretching over their heads like a massive black blanket threaded with starlight.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
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