extending

[ɪkˈstɛndɪŋ]

extending Definition

• 1. to make something longer or larger
• 2. to reach out or stretch forth
• 3. to offer or grant

Using extending: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "extending" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The company is extending its product line to include more organic options.

• Example

  He extended his hand in greeting.

• Example

  The university is extending scholarships to more students this year.

extending Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for extending

• prolonging
• expanding
• stretching
• reaching
• offering
• granting

Antonyms for extending

• shortening
• reducing
• contracting
• withdrawing
• taking

Phrases with extending

• extend an invitation

  to invite someone formally

  Example

  I would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to join us for dinner.

• extend credit

  to allow someone to purchase something on credit

  Example

  The store will only extend credit to customers who have a good credit score.

• extend one's condolences

  to express sympathy to someone who has experienced a loss

  Example

  I would like to extend my condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.

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Summary: extending in Brief

The verb 'extending' [ɪkˈstɛndɪŋ] means to make something longer or larger, to reach out or stretch forth, or to offer or grant. It can be used in various contexts such as product lines, scholarships, and invitations. Synonyms include 'prolonging,' 'expanding,' and 'stretching.'