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伸ばす
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 伸ばす.
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1
Esp. 伸ばす
to grow long (e.g. hair, nails)
Examples
その男の子はあくまでも髪の毛を伸ばすことにこだわった。
The boy persisted in wearing his hair long.
2
to lengthen; to extend; to stretch
Examples
あつかましいその子は私のひざの上に両足を伸ばした。
The impudent child extended her legs across my lap.
3
Esp. 伸ばす
to reach out; to hold out
Examples
彼は手を伸ばして小さな皮表紙の本をとった。
He reached out and took down a small leather bound book.
4
to straighten; to smooth out
Examples
右腕を伸ばせません。
I can't straighten my right arm.
5
to spread evenly (dough, cream, etc.)
6
to dilute; to thin out
7
Esp. 延ばす
to postpone
Examples
その仕事を明日まで延ばすな。
Don't put off the work till tomorrow.
8
to prolong
Examples
もう１日滞在を延ばしたいのですが、泊まれますか。
I'd like to stay one more night. Is that possible?
9
to strengthen; to develop; to expand
Examples
委員会の目的は子供の音楽の才能を伸ばすことにあります。
The purpose of the committee is to develop children's musical talent.
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