lengthening

Example Sentences

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“Essentially, you’re just lengthening the ramp, which with international films really helps put these movies on the radar,” says a veteran awards consultant, who, because of potential client conflicts, asked to speak anonymously.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

According to the study, muscles can produce greater force during these lengthening movements while using less energy than they would during lifting, pulling, or climbing actions.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

UFO contends that there has not been enough progress made on issues such as "avoiding overwork" and lengthening redundancy notice periods.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Mounting bills and dwindling bank accounts are expected to force more officers to find new work, lengthening lines and wait times for travelers trying to pass through airport security during a busy spring break period.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

It began to roll and twist, lengthening and thinning, until it looked like a long black cord knotted at one end.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin