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Synonyms for stretch out


Grammar : Verb
Spell : strech-out
Phonetic Transcription : ˈstrɛtʃˌaʊt

Top 10 synonyms for stretch out Other synonyms for the word stretch out


Définition of stretch out

  • As in knock off : verb kill
  • As in lie : verb be prostrate, flat
  • As in project : verb bulge, hang out
  • As in prolong : verb extend, draw out
  • As in protract : verb extend, draw out
  • As in recline : verb lie down
  • As in repose : verb relax; recline
  • As in rest : verb be calm; sleep
  • As in rest : verb lie, recline
  • As in unfold : verb spread out
  • As in bump off : verb intentionally murder someone
  • As in drag out : verb extend
  • As in rub out : verb dispose of
  • As in snuff out : verb kill
  • As in display : verb show for public viewing, effect
  • As in drag on/drag out : verb extend time of action
  • As in eke out : verb make something last
  • As in expand : verb extend, augment
  • As in extend : verb offer
Example sentences :
  • If he were allowed to stretch out after the mare, what would the result be?
  • Extract from : « Way of the Lawless » by Max Brand
  • Since there's no order to the contrary I mean to stretch out and go to sleep.
  • Extract from : « The Rock of Chickamauga » by Joseph A. Altsheler
  • As he spoke Artois saw him stretch out his hand, but gently, towards Ruffo.
  • Extract from : « A Spirit in Prison » by Robert Hichens
  • Would she not always have time to stretch out her arms when he was there before her?
  • Extract from : « Fruitfulness » by Emile Zola
  • You cannot stretch out your hand without hurting it against the stones.
  • Extract from : « Abbe Mouret's Transgression » by Emile Zola
  • It is for the Jews—that they should stretch out the hand to the Christians.
  • Extract from : « Dreamers of the Ghetto » by I. Zangwill
  • A woolen sweater is liable to stretch out of shape after being washed.
  • Extract from : « Common Science » by Carleton W. Washburne
  • Roger was glad to stretch out on the cot and close his weary eyes.
  • Extract from : « The Forbidden Trail » by Honor Willsie
  • You seem to stretch out hands to me, as if you would say, "Sleep here!"
  • Extract from : « Despair's Last Journey » by David Christie Murray
  • The distance seemed to be elastic, to stretch out under our feet.
  • Extract from : « The Trail of '98 » by Robert W. Service

Antonyms for stretch out

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