Extend and Retrench

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Extend

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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Retrench is an antonym for extend.
Nearby Words: extended, extent, extensive, extension, extending

Retrench

Retrench verb - Tighten one's belt; use resources carefully.
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Extend is an antonym for retrench in economize topic.
Nearby Words: retrenchment, retrenching
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