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are extending

  • present progressive
    of extend.
    extend
    verb (used with object)
    to stretch out; draw out to the full length.

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Hejazi says some restaurants are extending the period before they fully open to garner more buzz, while others are making their soft launch pricing permanent for quieter days such as Mondays.

From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026

“On the other side, the Houthis are extending their geographic reach, gaining a foothold that could further destabilize one of the world’s most critical economic chokepoints,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026

A Bank of America survey found that 29% of Americans traveling for live events are extending their trips to explore more.

From MarketWatch ● May 19, 2026

Stocks are extending declines, with the S&P 500 down 7.2% from its high and the Nasdaq 10.6% below its peak.

From Barron's ● Mar. 27, 2026

By the time he does, the runner from second is crossing the plate, and the Knights are extending their lead to 4–0.

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner