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extended

[ik-sten-did] / ɪkˈstɛn dɪd /
ADJECTIVE
lengthened
Synonyms
STRONGEST
continued drawn-out lengthy protracted
STRONG
elongate elongated enlarged long prolonged spread unfolded unfurled
WEAK
spread-out stretched-out very long
Antonyms
WEAK
abbreviated abridged compressed condensed contracted curtailed cut lessened narrow reduced shortened
ADJECTIVE
widespread, comprehensive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
expanded extensive
STRONG
enlarged spread sweeping
WEAK
broad expansive far-flung far-reaching large-scale outspread scopic scopious thorough wide
Antonyms
WEAK
abbreviated abridged compressed condensed contracted curtailed cut lessened narrow reduced shortened

Example Sentences

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All this is to say that I feel pressured by my husband’s diagnosis, I am running out of time — and overwhelmed trying to plan an extended trip while also considering the costs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

I have always wanted to visit Europe for an extended period so we could see multiple countries.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

The gains extended across the globe, with every major European and Asian index logging gains of 2% or more.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

The two men forged a close friendship that extended to the wider Kennedy clan.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Fearing the worst, Penelope extended her arm so that he might examine the sleeve.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood