1. To make the distance between two points or objects greater; to increase the space separating things
The runner extended the distance between herself and her competitors.
A corredora aumentou a distância entre ela e seus competidores.
2. To lengthen or prolong the span or range of something
They decided to extend the distance of the hiking trail.
Eles decidiram estender a distância da trilha de caminhada.
3. Figuratively, to create more separation or space in a relationship or situation
After the argument, she wanted to extend the distance between them.
Após a discussão, ela queria aumentar a distância entre eles.