extend
They also carry out research work aimed at extending man’s knowledge of these subjects.
stretch
For instance, the phone might be the best medium for sales where employees are encouraged
to stretch the truth.
prolong
Earlier detection and treatment may not have cured him, but it would have prolonged his life.
spread
As war spreads to many comers of the globe, children sadly have been drawn into the center of conflicts.
swell
These swells of water come ashore at tremendous speeds and cause most of the damage done to
beach-front buildings.
circumstance
Only under special circumstances are freshmen permitted to take make-up tests.
environment
Over-fishing, coupled with destructive fishing practices, is killing off the fish and ruining
their environment.
rely
Yet today some 80 percent of practicing
physicians rely entirely on this kind of paper trail.
