Sentence examples for gradually stretching from inspiring English sources

Cambridge's men later appeared in complete control in comparison, gradually stretching their lead through the course to win by two and a half lengths – but in truth it was anything but straightforward.

They led throughout, gradually stretching an advantage over the Australians in the adjacent lane, and while their pursuers hung tough in the closing 500, there was always more than a length in it.

So it was cheering this year to see the prize go to a group who've grown gradually, stretching themselves along the way, with the backing of a label (Fiction) that takes developing careers seriously, and whose music conveys a sense of experimenting.

As the pH values were ranging from 8too 4, both micelles exhibited the gradually stretched conformation with significant increase of Dhs and zeta potentials due to gradual protonation of DEA block and the increasing hydrophilicity of PDEA.

That lead gradually stretched out to four minutes before the final lower category climb slowed things down somewhat.

Pressure from the baby's head gradually stretches the tissue until it is paper-thin — a process known as "effacement".

Manuel had previously indicated that he could send Jenrry Mejia, a 20-year-old reliever, down to the minors to gradually stretch out his innings as a starter.

To do it, she gradually stretched the definition of the "classics" published by her Modern Library line -- which previously meant hardcover books with expired copyrights.

Under the leadership of Lukas Foss and Dennis Russell Davies, it became known as the scrappy, adventurous alternative to the New York Phil, its programs well stocked with new works, its budget gradually stretched to the limit.

Though the definition of "self-defence" had been gradually stretched, Japan seemed unable to shoulder international responsibilities except through its generous aid budget, or even to protect its own direct interests.All in all, Japan was in a sorry state in 2001.

A positive result for either team might not exactly plunge the other into crisis ("patience" still seems to be the watchword for both teams), but it may make the gap to the leaders that bit more daunting as the conference gradually stretches out.