drawn-out 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of drawn-outnext
as in prolonged

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drawn out

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verb

past participle of draw out
as in extended
to make longer the actor refused to draw out the interview any further

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drawn-out
  1. prolonged
  2. extended
  3. long-term
  4. expanded
Adjective
  • Plants and their parts are useful crime evidence because plant cell walls, spores, and pollens are distinctive enough to be recognizable and are composed of strong compounds that are resistant to destruction over prolonged periods of time.
    GrrlScientist, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Despite the trees' resilience and speedy recovery, researchers found a decline in young aspens reaching maturity due to prolonged drought and unmanaged animals grazing.
    John Leos, The Arizona Republic, 18 Nov. 2024
Definition of prolonged
Verb
  • But rather than focus on the actual victims or damage, many right-wing influencers and politicians have extended their sympathies to a nonexistent girl and her puppy (who is also not real).
    Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Lift your knees off the ground, and step your feet back so that your legs are straight and fully extended.
    Carolyn L. Todd, SELF, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of extended
Adjective
  • As states pursue a long-term solution for the river, Arizona is preparing for a new world of unreliable Colorado River water.
    Austin Corona, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Victims often face long-term challenges, including: Medical Expenses: From emergency care to long-term rehabilitation, the costs associated with treating personal injuries can be overwhelming.
    Chris Gallagher, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of long-term
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  • Having recently expanded into publishing, the Black List will be dropping further diversity lists over the next several months.
    Dominic Patten, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Season 2, expanded to 16 episodes that were split across Parts 2 and 3, wrapped up in August 2024.
    Jordan Moreau, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of expanded
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