Distend and Extend

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Distend verb - Cause to expand as it by internal pressure.

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Extend is a synonym for distend in activity topic. In some cases you can use "Extend" instead a verb "Distend".

Extend verb - To make greater in size, amount, or number.

Usage example: embarked on a series of wars intended to extend his empire

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Distend is a synonym for extend. You can use "Distend" instead a verb "Extend".

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