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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tend

/tɛnd/ verb · British & US
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What does tend mean?

verb

To have a tendency or inclination towards something; to care for or attend to something. To stretch or extend something, such as a muscle or a piece of fabric.

Example

"She tends to be late for appointments, but I'm sure she'll be here soon."

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