stretch out
The phrase "stretch out" can describe both physical actions of extending the body and metaphorical actions of extending time or objects.
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Definition
A2Physical relaxation
(informal)To lie down with the body fully extended.
Example
- After a long day, she likes to stretch out on the couch and watch TV.
B1Physical extension
(general)To extend a part of the body, such as an arm or leg, to its full length.
Example
- He stretched out his hand to reach the book on the top shelf.
B1Object manipulation
(general)To make something longer or wider by pulling or expanding.
Example
- You can stretch out the fabric to make it fit the table.
B2Time management
(general)To prolong or extend the duration of something.
Example
- They decided to stretch out the meeting to cover all the topics.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "stretch out":
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