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TOEFL IELTS BNC: 1930 COCA: 1915

stretch

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verb

ˈstrech How to pronounce stretch (audio)
stretched; stretching; stretches

transitive verb

1
: to extend (one's limbs, one's body, etc.) in a reclining position
2
: to reach out : extend
stretched out her arms
3
: to extend in length
stretched his neck to see what was going on
4
: to fell with or as if with a blow
5
: to cause the limbs of (a person) to be pulled especially in torture
6
: to draw up (one's body) from a cramped, stooping, or relaxed position
7
: to pull taut
canvas stretched on a frame
8
a
: to enlarge or distend especially by force
b
: to extend or expand as if by physical force
stretch one's mind with a good book
c
: strain
stretched his already thin patience
9
: to cause to reach or continue (as from one point to another or across a space)
stretch a wire between two posts
10
a
: to amplify or enlarge beyond natural or proper limits
the rules can be stretched this once
b
: to expand (as by improvisation) to fulfill a larger function
stretching a dollar
11
: to extend (a hit) to an extra base usually by fast or daring running
stretch a single into a double

intransitive verb

1
a
: to become extended in length or breadth or both : spread
broad plains stretching to the sea
b
: to extend over a continuous period
the dynasty stretches back several centuries
2
: to become extended without breaking
3
a
: to extend one's body or limbs
stretched before jogging
wanted to stretch out on the sofa
b
: to lie down at full length
stretchability
ˌstre-chə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce stretch (audio)
noun
stretchable
ˈstre-chə-bəl How to pronounce stretch (audio)
adjective
stretchy
ˈstre-chē How to pronounce stretch (audio)
adjective

stretch

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noun

1
a
: an exercise of something (such as the understanding or the imagination) beyond ordinary or normal limits
their conclusion seemed like a bit of a stretch
b
: an extension of the scope or application of something
a stretch of language
2
: the extent to which something may be stretched
3
a
: the act of stretching : the state of being stretched
a good stretch for legs
b
: the position of a pitcher standing sideways to home plate so as to keep a runner close to a base
pitching from the stretch
4
a
: an extent in length or area
an open stretch of road
b
: a continuous period of time
can write for eight hours at a stretch
5
: a walk to relieve fatigue
6
: a term of imprisonment
served a 10-year stretch
7
a
: either of the straight sides of a racecourse
especially : homestretch
b
: a final stage (as of a contest or season)
won some crucial games down the stretch
8
: the capacity for being stretched : elasticity
a waistband with lots of stretch
9
: a stretch limousine

stretch

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adjective

1
: easily stretched : elastic
a stretch wig
2
: longer than the standard size
a stretch limousine
Phrases
stretch a point
: to go beyond what is strictly warranted in making a claim or concession
stretch one's legs
1
: to extend the legs
2
: to take a walk in order to relieve stiffness caused by prolonged sitting

Synonyms

Verb

Noun

Adjective

Example Sentences

Verb Don't yank on my sweater. You'll stretch it. The elastic waistband of my pants won't stretch any more. It's important to stretch before you exercise. The baby stretched and yawned. She woke up and stretched her arms above her head. She stretched over us to open the window. She stretched her hand toward him. She stretched the canvas over the wooden frame. The T-shirt was stretched tight over his belly. A big banner was stretched across the doorway. Noun a 60-mile stretch of beach an open stretch of highway These are good stretches for your leg muscles. I always spend a few minutes doing stretches before I exercise. I can feel the stretch in the back of my legs. Adjective stretch fabrics that don't wrinkle or sag See More
Recent Examples on the Web
Verb
Waters’ natural areas stretch across the southern border of the school and surround a playing field. Tracy Swartz, Chicago Tribune, 13 Sep. 2022 Squeeze them, smush them, stretch them, toss them in the air — these Nee Doh balls will bounce back into shape. Marisa Lascala, Good Housekeeping, 6 Sep. 2022 Because vaccine supplies are still insufficient for high-risk populations, the CDC has sought to stretch existing JYNNEOS vaccines by allowing skin injections using one-fifth of the usual dose. Simar Bajaj, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Aug. 2022 Dealers typically mix the drugs to stretch their profits, or just switch to fentanyl outright. John Keilman, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2022 That second pick was especially costly, because Egan was getting into a rhythm with his receivers while Bullitt East drove the ball to the Bears' 5-yard line looking to stretch its lead to two touchdowns. The Courier-Journal, 27 Aug. 2022 Metal blade bolts do have some ability to stretch and deform without breaking. The Oregonian - OregonLive.com, 27 Aug. 2022 While the power forward position has evolved from big, physical players to stretch fours, the position still requires one to rebound and defend players who can score off the bounce or back to the basket. Duane Rankin, The Arizona Republic, 24 Aug. 2022 Today, with high inflation outpacing wage growth and federal pandemic relief programs expiring, many Americans are looking to stretch their dollar as far as possible. Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 23 Aug. 2022
Noun
During that same stretch, fentanyl began to seep into the U.S. supply of illicit drugs, particularly heroin. Lev Facher, STAT, 11 Sep. 2022 Interestingly, the majority of teams that have beaten Miami during that stretch — Buffalo (twice), Baltimore, New England and the Los Angeles Chargers — aren’t used to the heat and humidity, and didn’t arrive early for the game. Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 8 Sep. 2022 Insider Intelligence estimates suggest YouTube users in the U.S. spent 13% more time on the app in 2021 when compared to 2019, while time on TikTok jumped 46% during that stretch. Jacob Carpenter, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2022 Middle hitter Kaley Maclellan played an integral role during that stretch with several blocks. Jacob Steinberg, Baltimore Sun, 6 Sep. 2022 The Missions last week also went 24 consecutive innings without converting a hit with runners in scoring position, going 0-for-23 during the stretch. Greg Luca, San Antonio Express-News, 5 Sep. 2022 Johnson doubled as pass game coordinator during that stretch, was promoted to offensive coordinator this winter and has drawn rave reviews in his new position. Dave Birkett, Detroit Free Press, 5 Sep. 2022 That should help during this stretch, but more assistance from Columbus could be needed. Paul Hoynes, cleveland, 5 Sep. 2022 The Guardians have been on a similar slide, losing six of eight entering Saturday during a stretch against the Mariners and Baltimore Orioles, both wild-card contenders. Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2022
Adjective
This clear definition of purpose is beyond any stretch goal. Charles Conn, Fortune, 14 Sep. 2022 This ultra-stretch quarter-zip pullover leaves room to move, volley, and slice. Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 8 June 2022 The soft & absorbent diapers, like many, have a wetness indicator strip, and the collection also has a familiar super stretch waistband and fitted comfort cuffs. Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 18 Aug. 2022 Field’s assistant, Rochelle Carino, happened to be walking around downtown L.A., and a serendipitous encounter with a shop owner led to acquiring exactly the kind of stretch cotton fabric the show required. Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 12 Aug. 2022 Along the inside Cyberknife found a clear path in mid-stretch while Taiba went four wide. John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2022 But to say this show offers anything like a serious critique of the car and its dangers (to the climate, to the landscape, to the city, to humans and other beings who get in its way) would be stretchier than a stretch limousine. Mark Lamster, Dallas News, 21 July 2021 With a stretch limousine as a backdrop, the dog with a face cameras love — one brown eye and one blue — posed for photos at the by-invitation showing in October. Kendra Meinert, Star Tribune, 12 July 2021 Plus, the FullContact staff hits up plenty of events together, like Film on the Rocks at Red Rocks in a stretch limousine or paintball followed by dinner and beer at a local brewery. Nick Davidson, Outside Online, 1 Oct. 2014 See More

Word History

Etymology

Verb

Middle English strecchen, from Old English streccan; akin to Old High German strecchan to stretch, Old English stræc firm, severe

First Known Use

Verb

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

Noun

1541, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Adjective

1954, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of stretch was before the 12th century

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