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as in stretching
the act of making longer
the board's extension of the school year drew howls of protest
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Recent Examples of extension
In addition, defensive tackle Zach Sieler was awarded a three-year, $64 million contract extension in August.
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Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2026
Plus, Tuipulotu is eligible for a contract extension.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 11 Feb. 2026
The lender doesn’t want to foreclose, so in some cases the borrower may inject fresh equity into the loan, not enough to refinance but enough to buy an extension.
—Diana Olick, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
Several of Illinois’ nearly 9,000 local governments, such as Chicago Public Schools and suburban school districts, have raised their extensions to the maximum allowed between 2021 and 2024.
—Joe Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
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Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2026
Plus, Tuipulotu is eligible for a contract extension.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 11 Feb. 2026
The lender doesn’t want to foreclose, so in some cases the borrower may inject fresh equity into the loan, not enough to refinance but enough to buy an extension.
—Diana Olick, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
Several of Illinois’ nearly 9,000 local governments, such as Chicago Public Schools and suburban school districts, have raised their extensions to the maximum allowed between 2021 and 2024.
—Joe Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for extension
Noun
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Regular stretching can reduce muscle tension, improve posture, and help prevent discomfort, stiffness, and potential injuries over time.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
4 Feb. 2026
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There’re proper stretching routines.—
Patrick McEnroe,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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In addition to the Sierra population, there are about 20 Sierra Nevada red foxes living in the Cascade mountain range of Northern California.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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In addition to academic affairs, the provost oversees seven other offices focused on faculty, graduate studies and enrollment.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Extension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extension. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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