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Words, grammatical forms and meanings linked to the ontology.

extend one's hand en · VERB

Meanings

  1. (idiomatic) To make a gesture of welcome or cordiality.
    • Prominent Substacker Charlotte Clymer compared the news to Michael Jordan’s return to the NBA, and a U.S. senator, Jon Tester, also extended a hand in welcoming [Jon] Stewart back. 2024 January 24, Ellie Quinlan Houghtaling, “Conservatives Are Totally Not Mad About Jon Stewart’s Return to The Daily Show”, in The New Republic:
  2. (idiomatic) To offer one's assistance or support.

Forms

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extended one's hand Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part lexicographic
extended one's hand Tense=Past lexicographic
extends one's hand Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres lexicographic
extending one's hand Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part lexicographic
extend a hand alternative lexicographic