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pro·longed | \ prə-ˈlȯŋd 
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\Definition of prolonged
: continuing for a notably long time : extended in duration
a prolonged delay a prolonged recession a prolonged absence a prolonged drought And in today's competitive situation a prolonged strike can very easily lead to a serious loss of market share which is difficult, if not impossible, to recapture.— David Reid Sometimes the only answer is a prolonged time away from the sport followed by a slow, steady reconditioning program along with physiotherapy of some type …— William J. Goldwag
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prolongedly \ prə-ˈlȯŋ-əd-lē \ adverb
\ adverb
… and Andy demonstrates … the odd talent of coughing in his sleep, coughing prolongedly without waking himself. — John Updike
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prolonged
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of prolonged
: lasting longer than usual or expected : continuing for a long time
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The first known use of prolonged was circa 1525
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