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elongate vs extend
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| elongateverb/ɪˈlɔːŋ.ɡeɪt/ | Meaning to make something longer, or to become longer, especially in shape | Goes with elongated shape | Example The artist elongated the figures to make them look more graceful. |
| extendverb/ɪkˈstend/ | Meaning to make something longer, larger or last for more time | Goes with extend the deadline | Example I need to extend my visa for another three months. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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