CEFR B2

lengthening

verb

Meaning

To make or become longer in duration or extent.

Examples

The company decided to lengthen the training program to cover more topics.
As the sun set, the shadows began to lengthen across the field.

Synonyms: extend, prolong, stretch, amplify

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lengthening (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈleŋθən/

Definition

To make or become longer in duration or extent.

Examples

The company decided to lengthen the training program to cover more topics.
As the sun set, the shadows began to lengthen across the field.
They had to lengthen the runway to accommodate larger aircraft.

How to Use lengthening

lengthen something (transitive verb): To cause something to become longer. — "We need to lengthen the rope to reach the other side."
lengthen (intransitive verb): To become longer. — "The nights will lengthen as winter approaches."

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