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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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The terms of the deal specify that the ceasefire is set to last 10 days, with the possibility it being "extended by mutual agreement" if negotiations show signs of progress.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Treasury yields pulled back, while precious metals extended their rally.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

That warm mass extended in patches along the West Coast and up through Canada and Alaska.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Shares ended Wednesday’s session up 14% and extended the rally on Thursday, advancing 8.5%.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

The living room extended into the kitchen area to his left.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young