- present participle of stretch.
stretching
Example Sentences
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Stretching out a successful series typically leads to spin-offs — and yes, Mills says, those conversations are happening with “Mormon Wives” — at least at the time of the interview.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026
Some examples: Stretching for a higher home price based on quick appreciation, using a large adjustable mortgage to fund renovations, buying a vacation or rental property, or financing extra vehicles that strain cash flow.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 2, 2026
Stretching several ATP and WTA mandatory tournaments across a fortnight - creating so-called 'mini Slams' - has also been criticised.
From BBC • Jan. 2, 2026
Stretching it out could give the U.S. time to act, but failing to eliminate key capabilities could imperil the invasion’s next steps.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 7, 2025
“Both of you look as though you’ve had Stretching Jinxes put on you. I swear Ron’s grown four inches since I last bought him school robes. Are you hungry, Harry?”
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
