The cat stretches and yawns.
Meaning: This sentence describes the cat's actions after waking up, which are stretching its body and opening its mouth wide.
Choice of Words: Stretches means to extend one's body or limbs to their full length. Yawns is a verb that refers to opening one's mouth wide, usually as a sign of tiredness or boredom. Putting them together, this sentence means the cat extends its body and opens its mouth wide.
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