had elongated
- past perfect of elongate.
Example Sentences
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Spinosaurs had elongated skulls reminiscent of crocodiles with lots of conical teeth - perfect for grasping slippery prey - as well as strong arms and big claws.
From Reuters ● Jun. 9, 2022
The swimming scale worms also had elongated appendages, which they could extend to stay buoyant and float in the water column.
From New York Times ● Oct. 14, 2021
His houses had elongated windows to draw natural light into the space and pervasive white walls to reflect it throughout the room.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 4, 2021
During Follini's subterranean stay, her sense of time had elongated.
From Time Magazine Archive
When Pinmei finally dared to look back at the Sea King, she saw his head had elongated, with deep brows shadowing his glittering eyes and his horns now majestic.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
