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单词 lengthen
释义
lengthen
(leŋθən )
Word forms: lengthens , lengthening , lengthened
1. verb
When something lengthens or when you lengthen it, it increases in length.
The evening shadows were lengthening. [VERB]
She began to walk faster, but he lengthened his stride to keep up with her. [VERB noun]
The runway had to be lengthened. [VERB noun]
Synonyms: extend, continue, increase, stretch  
2. verb
When something lengthens or when you lengthen it, it lasts for a longer time than it did previously.
Vacations have lengthened and the work week has shortened. [VERB]
The council does not support lengthening the school day to fit in other activities. [VERB noun]
Collocations:
lengthen a leg
With the shoe he was trying to lengthen the leg.
Times, Sunday Times
Wear with a pointy shoe peaking out to lengthen the leg.
Times, Sunday Times
A shorter boot would break up the silhouette, but these create a flattering, seamless line that miraculously lengthens the legs.
Times, Sunday Times
It will lengthen your legs and define your calves for a seriously stylish way to go for a walk!
The Sun
The paper-bag waist lengthens the leg and spikes the outfit with additional cool, even when the blazer comes off.
Times,Sunday Times
Translations:
Chinese: 变长
Japanese: 長くする/長くなる
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