stretch

Definition

  • verb: to make (something) wider or longer by pulling it
  • verb: to extend (as one's limbs or body) in a reclining position
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: spread, expand, tighten

Examples

  • ('informal') She's a good musician but comparing her to the legends is 'stretching it'. [=she's good but she can't really be compared to the legends]

  • Although it may be 'stretching a point' [=exaggerating slightly] to say that this was his best win ever, it was nevertheless impressive.

  • The work doesn't 'stretch' me intellectually. [=the work is too easy for me; the work is not intellectually challenging]

Movie quotes

  • (..) life, begin.* *Then after lunch, it's puzzles, and darts and baking.* *Papier-m'ch', a bit of ballet, and chess.* *Then I'll stretch, maybe sketch. Take a climb, sew a dress, and I'll re-read the books.* *If I have time to spare, I'll paint the wall some more, I'm sure there's room somewhere.* (..)
    2010 Tangled