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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a bit of stretch" is not correct in standard English; it should be "a bit of a stretch." You can use it when discussing something that is somewhat exaggerated or not entirely accurate.
Example: "Claiming that he can run a marathon without any training is a bit of a stretch."
Alternatives: "a bit of an exaggeration" or "somewhat of a stretch."
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"It is a bit of stretch to say he was here to do it".
The waistcoat has a bit of stretch, so if you are a rounder gentleman, it's very slimming.
But these were cut from gorgeous dyed cotton with a bit of stretch to it — I loved the radiant red, and also the gray.
This version also helpfully comes with a bit of stretch in it too, so you won't have any trouble climbing stairs or sitting down.
Choose one with a bit of stretch so you can sit down in it, and pair with a shirt or jumper, depending on how buttoned-up you're feeling.
"Now, granted, a forecast for 2017 in the current situation is a bit of stretch, but we don't see a recession.
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Despite the fact that it is just a bit of stretching, apparently you need to wear marl-grey, bootcut yoga pants.
I came back and did a bit of stretching, jumped in the shower and got some breakfast: toast but no coffee.
We even ended with a bit of stretching.
Still a bit of a stretch.
It's a bit of a stretch.
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