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by extension

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. Used to connect the internal logic of two statements.
  2. In the broad sense; broadly.
  3. Figuratively, metaphorically.

Equivalents

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Examples

“He argued that the failure of a democratic government, by extension, meant the failure of the people.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

by eye by fair means or foul by far by far and away by foot by God

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