張る | To physically make something longer. Stretch a rubber-band、 stretch a canvas on a paint frame, pitch a tent. Also to extend one’s influence. |
引張る | To drag (a kid by the hand / a box along the ground). Also to pull on a rope |
伸ばす | Stretch your muscles – to grow your hair – develop your talents. |
延ばす | To stretch IN TIME – to extend, prolong, delay something. |