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
  • Officials should also watch for inquiries about modifying a vehicle for heavier loads or faster speeds, and monitor reports of rental vehicles parked near sensitive facilities for a prolonged period of time.
    Kerry Breen, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2025
  • To minimize exposure, officials recommended avoiding prolonged outdoor exercise, keeping windows and doors closed, and using air purifiers or air conditioners.
    Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of prolonged
Verb
  • Firefighters battled a vehicle fire at a residence in Westport on Saturday that extended to the exterior of the garage.
    Staff report, Hartford Courant, 5 Jan. 2025
  • The show morphed into a new show which extended the set list beyond those two albums.
    Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of extended
Adjective
  • While the potential benefits are immense, many organizations face complex challenges in implementing these technologies effectively and securely with a long-term view.
    Meghana Puvvadi, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
  • Before the back-to-back clunkers, many speculated the Vikings would bring Darnold back, either on the $41 million franchise tag or with a long-term extension.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of long-term
Verb
  • There’s a reason the NFL has expanded the league’s reach to Germany with multiple games played there the past couple of seasons and with more on the way in the future.
    Larry Holder, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
  • In August, the Miami Herald reported that Florida’s voucher system, which was expanded in 2023 to cover families of all income levels, was beginning to affect per-pupil revenue in the state’s public school districts, affecting their ability to retain teachers and maintain school buildings.
    Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of expanded
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