elongation

noun

(ˌ)ē-ˌlȯŋ-ˈgā-shən How to pronounce elongation (audio)
Definition of elongationnext
as in extension
the act of making longer the elongation of artificial fibers in the manufacturing process

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Recent Examples of elongation The big risk in an elongation scenario, the institute argues, is if bottlenecks prove severe or persistent enough to shift the buildout narrative. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 6 May 2026 Kerry got a facelift and a lip lift to address the elongation in her philtrum. — Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026 This release invites elongation through your side body and expansion of your ribs, while easing tension across the neck and shoulders. — Jennifer Shanker, Flow Space, 15 Apr. 2026 In scalp hair follicles, the anagen phase can persist for several years, allowing continuous elongation of the hair shaft before the follicle transitions to catagen and telogen. — Kara Rogers, Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for elongation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elongation
  1. extension
  2. stretching
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  • This symbolic gesture is a desperate attempt to spark a turnaround for the slugger, whose power outage follows a recent $500 million extension.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Perepadya expressed fear that the automatic extension of Ukraine’s TPS designation will be the country’s last, forcing his family to return home.
    — Alula Alderson, Sacbee.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of extension
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  • Before the Rams went through stretching exercises, Donald sat on a red exercise ball, taking in the scene and focusing his thoughts for the workout ahead.
    — Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Two to 3 inches of rain are possible in a corridor stretching from the Great Lakes into southern New England, though confidence is low on how far east the rain will travel.
    — Tyler Ory, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of stretching

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“Elongation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elongation. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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