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VocabJLPT N4
to stretch
Ichidan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to stretch
  2. 2. to extend
  3. 3. to straighten out
  4. 4. to spread (of paint, cream, etc.)
This verb means to stretch, extend, or grow longer, and can refer to things like hair growing, a person getting taller, or skills improving. It can also describe something spreading out or being postponed. It is used both for physical stretching and metaphorical growth.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Why does this keep taking longer than it should?

Sentence 2

Is it really true that going to bed early helps you grow taller?

Sentence 3

My cat stretches out so much when she sleeps!

Sentence 4

This plan's just going to keep getting pushed back, isn't it.

Sentence 5

If the schedule is going to run over, please let me know in advance.