stretching
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, many older adults are stretching their budgets on the basics.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
The model is spread across Otford, near Sevenoaks, with representations of the Sun and planets placed around the parish and stretching into nearby woodland.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
Raman dominated precincts known for their progressive politics, particularly those with younger people in renter-heavy neighborhoods stretching from Hollywood to Highland Park, including her home base of Silver Lake.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
It means routing people into additional jobs, stretching talent too thin.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
Shocked, Abby leaned farther, stretching her hand downward.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
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