stretch

1 of 3

verb

ˈstrech

stretched; stretching; stretches

transitive verb

: to extend (one's limbs, one's body, etc.) in a reclining position

: to reach out : extend

stretched out her arms

: to extend in length

stretched his neck to see what was going on

: to fell with or as if with a blow

: to cause the limbs of (a person) to be pulled especially in torture

: to draw up (one's body) from a cramped, stooping, or relaxed position

: to pull taut

canvas stretched on a frame

: to enlarge or distend especially by force

: to extend or expand as if by physical force

stretch one's mind with a good book

: strain

stretched his already thin patience

: to cause to reach or continue (as from one point to another or across a space)

stretch a wire between two posts

: to amplify or enlarge beyond natural or proper limits

the rules can be stretched this once

: to expand (as by improvisation) to fulfill a larger function

stretching a dollar

: to extend (a hit) to an extra base usually by fast or daring running

stretch a single into a double

intransitive verb

: to become extended in length or breadth or both : spread

broad plains stretching to the sea

: to extend over a continuous period

the dynasty stretches back several centuries

: to become extended without breaking

: to extend one's body or limbs

stretched before jogging

wanted to stretch out on the sofa

: 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

adjective

stretch

2 of 3

noun

: 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

: an extension of the scope or application of something

a stretch of language

: the extent to which something may be stretched

: the act of stretching : the state of being stretched

a good stretch for legs

: the position of a pitcher standing sideways to home plate so as to keep a runner close to a base

pitching from the stretch

: an extent in length or area

an open stretch of road

: a continuous period of time

can write for eight hours at a stretch

: a walk to relieve fatigue

: a term of imprisonment

served a 10-year stretch

: either of the straight sides of a racecourse

especially : homestretch

: a final stage (as of a contest or season)

won some crucial games down the stretch

: the capacity for being stretched : elasticity

a waistband with lots of stretch

: a stretch limousine

stretch

3 of 3

adjective

: easily stretched : elastic

a stretch wig

: longer than the standard size

a stretch limousine

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

Kids Definition

stretch 1 of 2

verb

ˈstrech

stretched; stretching

: to reach out : extend, spread

I stretched my neck to see better.

: to pull or draw out in length or width or both : expand, enlarge

Don't stretch my sweater.

: to extend (as the body) in a flat position

I stretched out on the bed.

: to extend the body or limbs

You should stretch before exercising.

: to pull tight

Stretch the canvas over a frame.

: to cause to reach or continue

A wire was stretched between two posts.

: exaggerate

I think you're stretching the truth.

: to become extended without breaking

Rubber stretches easily.

: to extend over a continuous period

His fascination with dinosaurs stretches back to childhood.

stretch

2 of 2

noun

: the act of extending or drawing out beyond ordinary or normal limits

The story was a stretch of the imagination.

: the ability to be pulled or drawn out in length or width or both

The fabric has a lot of stretch.

: the act or an instance of stretching the body or one of its parts

: a continuous extent in length, area, or time

a short stretch of beach

a long stretch of silence

Medical Definition

stretch 1 of 2

transitive verb

ˈstrech

: to extend in length

was told to stretch the leg muscles before running

: to enlarge or distend especially by force

intransitive verb

: to become extended in length or breadth

: to extend one's body or limbs

stretch

2 of 2

noun

: the act of stretching : the state of being stretched

a muscle or group of muscles in stretch

C. R. Houck

单词	stretches
释义	stretch 1 of 3 verb ˈstrech 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 noun stretchable ˈstre-chə-bəl adjective stretchy ˈstre-chē adjective stretch 2 of 3 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 3 of 3 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 color elaborate (on) embellish embroider exaggerate hyperbolize magnify pad Noun breadth distance expanse expansion extent field length plain reach sheet spread waste Adjective bouncy elastic flexible resilient rubberlike rubbery springy stretchable stretchy supple whippy See all Synonyms & Antonyms 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 Phrases Containing stretch at full stretch by any/no stretch of the imagination stretch it stretch credulity stretch one's legs stretch things the stretch stretch marks stretch receptor at a stretch stretch-out stretch runner stretch someone's patience bend/stretch the rules stretch the truth stretch limousine stretch limo the seventh-inning stretch stretch a point See More at full stretch by any/no stretch of the imagination stretch it stretch credulity stretch one's legs stretch things the stretch stretch marks stretch receptor at a stretch stretch-out stretch runner stretch someone's patience bend/stretch the rules stretch the truth stretch limousine stretch limo the seventh-inning stretch stretch a point See More Kids Definition stretch 1 of 2 verb ˈstrech stretched; stretching 1 : to reach out : extend, spread I stretched my neck to see better. 2 : to pull or draw out in length or width or both : expand, enlarge Don't stretch my sweater. 3 : to extend (as the body) in a flat position I stretched out on the bed. 4 : to extend the body or limbs You should stretch before exercising. 5 : to pull tight Stretch the canvas over a frame. 6 : to cause to reach or continue A wire was stretched between two posts. 7 : exaggerate I think you're stretching the truth. 8 : to become extended without breaking Rubber stretches easily. 9 : to extend over a continuous period His fascination with dinosaurs stretches back to childhood. stretch 2 of 2 noun 1 : the act of extending or drawing out beyond ordinary or normal limits The story was a stretch of the imagination. 2 : the ability to be pulled or drawn out in length or width or both The fabric has a lot of stretch. 3 : the act or an instance of stretching the body or one of its parts 4 : a continuous extent in length, area, or time a short stretch of beach a long stretch of silence Medical Definition stretch 1 of 2 transitive verb ˈstrech 1 : to extend in length was told to stretch the leg muscles before running 2 : to enlarge or distend especially by force intransitive verb 1 : to become extended in length or breadth 2 : to extend one's body or limbs stretch 2 of 2 noun : the act of stretching : the state of being stretched a muscle or group of muscles in stretch C. R. Houck stretches 1 of 2 noun plural of stretch 1 as in expanses a wide space or area a narrow stretch of beach below the cliffs Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance expanses expansions reaches lengths distances plains sheets spreads wastes breadths extents depths fields sweeps spans territories domains spheres extensions scales spectra ranges voids scopes latitudes spectrums magnitudes compasses amplitudes gamuts immensities 2 as in whiles an indefinite but usually short period of time there was a cardinal at our bird feeder for a short stretch last spring Synonyms & Similar Words whiles bits spans space spells minutes days seasons shakes lapses spurts moments intervals trices epochs seconds split seconds eras ages winks twinklings aeons twinkles beats interludes nanoseconds perpetuities flashes infinities intermissions instants heartbeats eons eternities jiffs eyeblinks interims New York minutes jiffies 3 as in ranges the distance or extent between possible extremes the stories were written over a considerable stretch of time Synonyms & Similar Words ranges spectrums spreads scales spectra reaches sweeps diapasons widths gamuts dimensions pitches measures realms extents scopes amplitudes ambits compasses 4 as in distances the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects the longest stretch of the drive without any place to get gas Synonyms & Similar Words distances widths lengths removes spreads leads spacings heights spaces ways areas reaches sweeps depths falls extensions throws rises ranges breadths volumes drops altitudes extents casts hauls flights shots berths clearances scopes stretches 2 of 2 verb present tense third-person singular of stretch 1 as in exaggerates to add to the interest of by including made-up details it was stretching the truth to say she'd been in the movies: she was once an extra whose scene was cut in the final version Synonyms & Similar Words exaggerates pads enhances expands embellishes embroiders colors hyperbolizes satirizes magnifies emphasizes stresses amplifies overemphasizes hedges overdraws overdoes overplays plays up overstates elaborates (on) gussies up caricatures fudges fleshes (out) enlarges (on or upon) dresses up Antonyms & Near Antonyms minimizes belittles understates plays down 2 as in pulls to injure by overuse, misuse, or pressure I stretched a back muscle, and the pain is killing me Synonyms & Similar Words pulls damages strains hurts bruises weakens racks wrenches impairs frays tears taxes harms wounds cripples batters mangles mutilates lames 3 as in lengthens to make longer the time it would take to fix the car got stretched from three hours to two days when the part we needed had to be ordered Synonyms & Similar Words lengthens extends increases elongates prolongs protracts expands outstretches draws out enlarges thins drags (out) amplifies attenuates Antonyms & Near Antonyms shortens cuts decreases curtails reduces diminishes abridges abbreviates lessens cuts back thickens See More 4 as in tries to subject (a personal quality or faculty) to often excessive stress your whining is stretching my patience to the limit Synonyms & Similar Words tries pushes strains tests taxes annoys bothers irritates gets (to) pressures pains demands harasses aggravates importunes exasperates riles harries presses exacts pesters irks vexes grates hassles nettles spites agitates peeves gnaws (at) galls 5 as in tightens to draw tight if the canvas isn't properly stretched over the frame, there will be sagging over time Synonyms & Similar Words tightens tenses lengthens elongates extends strains tautens constricts cinches Antonyms & Near Antonyms slacks loosens relaxes eases slackens
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