Pronunciation: /ˈstrɛtʃɪŋ/
verb the action of extending or lengthening something
A1 I am stretching my arms before exercising.
A2 She enjoys stretching her legs in the morning.
B1 Doctors recommend stretching regularly to prevent muscle injuries.
B2 Athletes spend hours stretching to improve their flexibility.
C1 Yoga practitioners often incorporate deep stretching into their practice.
C2 Physical therapists use various techniques for stretching to help patients recover from injuries.
adjective describing the act of extending or lengthening
A1 I like to do simple stretching exercises in the morning.
A2 She wore a comfortable, stretching fabric for her yoga class.
B1 The stretching routine before a workout helps prevent injuries.
B2 The stretching session at the gym was intense but effective.
C1 The stretching techniques used by professional athletes are advanced and precise.
C2 The stretching program designed by the physiotherapist was tailored to my specific needs.
formal The physical therapist recommended stretching exercises to improve flexibility.
informal I always feel better after stretching in the morning.
slang I'm gonna do some stretching before hitting the gym.
figurative The company is stretching its resources to meet the increasing demand.
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