extension
noun
an act or instance of extending, lengthening, stretching out, or enlarging the scope of something.
extensions
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pluralof extension.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Axons are extensions of nerve cells that allow neurons to communicate with one another.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 14, 2026
As construction risk recedes, these bonds could “look increasingly like secured, lease-backed extensions of hyperscaler credit rather than purely bespoke project financings,” Barclays credit analysts wrote in a recent note.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
“The pricing volatility and lead-time extensions in this market are arguably worse than the pandemic era,” an executive at a maker of electrical equipment said.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026
But the new push of brand extensions is aimed at ensuring the game remains a cultural staple for future generations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
Anytime we went to a store and I saw a wig or extensions, I would point them out, ever so hopefully.
From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana
