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to extend / to spread
verbgeneral usevery common/iʃ.tẽ.ˈdeɾ/es·ten·der
Definition
1To make larger in surface area or length; to unfold or widen something; to offer or give; to prolong in time.
Usage examples
“Let's spread the towel on the grass for the picnic.”
“The president decided to extend the invitation to all members.”
Common combinations
to spread a towelto extend a handto extend a deadlineto stretch out
Idiomatic expressions
- to extend an olive branch (to offer peace)
- to extend one's reach (to increase influence)