pad out
The phrase "pad out" has both formal and informal uses, commonly referring to adding extra material to make something appear more substantial or, in slang, to going to bed.
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Definition
B2Writing and Speech
(idiomatic)To add extra content to a text or speech to make it appear longer or more substantial.
Example
- She padded out her essay with unnecessary details to meet the word count requirement.
- The speaker padded out his presentation with anecdotes to fill the time.
B1Casual Conversation
(informal, slang)To go to sleep or retire for the night.
Example
- I'm so tired; I think I'll pad out now.
- They padded out early after the long day of travel.
Similar
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