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or long-drawn
as in lengthy
lasting for a considerable time
a long-drawn-out acceptance speech by an overemotional actor
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Recent Examples of long-drawn-out
The vote-a-rama can be long-drawn-out and is often used to force lawmakers from both parties to go on the record about something - even unrelated to the core of the bill at hand - that can then be used for political purposes down the road.
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Deirdre Walsh, NPR, 19 Feb. 2025
Deirdre Walsh, NPR, 19 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for long-drawn-out
Adjective
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Most professionals won’t have the time for a lengthy sit-down around tax day.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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Look at reviews of other Real People who’ve bought and slept on the bed for a lengthy period of time, too.—
Molly Higgins,
WIRED,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Mature males grow long, glorious, pendulous snoods.—
Alice Jones Webb,
Outdoor Life,
21 Mar. 2025
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That’s something Courtois has done for a long time, a staple of his technique.—
Liam Twomey,
The Athletic,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Systemic and prolonged misogyny are real issues plaguing education.—
Michael Maguire,
Boston Herald,
17 Mar. 2025
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Researchers used historical forecasts, reservoir storage and river flow data in determining that better forecasting and release timing, paired with the addition of the new spillway, could reduce the flood risk from prolonged storms, such as the ones in 1986 and 1997 that struck Yuba County.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacramento Bee,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Long-drawn-out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/long-drawn-out. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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