stretch out
To make your body, arm, or something else as long as possible by extending it fully.
Meanings
To lie down or relax with your body fully extended.
"After the long flight, she stretched out on the hotel bed and fell asleep immediately."
To extend a hand or arm toward something or someone.
"He stretched out his hand and helped her to her feet."
(Of a place or time) To extend over a large area or a long period.
"The golden wheat fields stretched out as far as the eye could see."
To make something last longer by using it slowly or carefully.
"She tried to stretch out her savings until the end of the month."
Very common and versatile. Used for body positions, physical objects, landscapes, and time. 'Stretch out on the sofa' is a very typical usage. Also used for landscapes extending into the distance.
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