distend in a sentence
v. t.
Definition
To distend means to swell or expand by pressure from within.
Sample Sentences
- The balloon began to distend as air was pumped into it.
- After the large meal, my stomach started to distend uncomfortably.
- The river's banks were at risk of flooding as the water began to distend from heavy rains.
- During pregnancy, a woman's abdomen can distend significantly as the baby grows.
- The scientist observed how the rubber band would distend when stretched beyond its limits.
- The balloon began to distend as more air was pumped into it.
- After the large meal, I could feel my stomach start to distend uncomfortably.
- The river swelled and distended after several days of heavy rainfall.
- As the temperature rose, the metal pipes began to distend slightly.
- The artist used a canvas that would distend beautifully when painted upon.