Vocabulary Entry

outstretched

|adjective • verb

adjective

Extended or spread out; having been stretched out.

Example Sentences

"The outstretched arms of the statue welcomed all who approached."

"She lay on the grass with her limbs outstretched, enjoying the warm sun."

"The athlete took a deep breath before making an outstretched leap."

verb

Example Sentences

"He outstretched his hand to shake hers."

"The cat outstretched its body on the windowsill to soak up the sun."

"The coach outstretched his arms to signal the players to gather around."