1. To deliberately extend or lengthen the ending of something (a performance, event, movie, etc.) beyond its expected duration
The director decided to stretch out the finale with an extended dance sequence.
O diretor decidiu prolongar o final com uma sequência de dança estendida.
2. To delay the conclusion or resolution of a situation or narrative
The writer chose to stretch out the finale across multiple episodes.
O escritor escolheu estender o desfecho ao longo de vários episódios.