stretch out
verb
- to extend to a greater or the full length
Wiktionary
verb
Etymology: From stretch + out.
- To lie fully extended.
“My cat likes stretching out in front of the fire.”
- To extend (something) fully, in space, time or use.
“You have to stretch your presentation out another two minutes.”
“Please don't stretch out your sweater by pulling it on and off carelessly.”