prolonged

adjective

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

… and Andy demonstrates … the odd talent of coughing in his sleep, coughing prolongedly without waking himself. — John Updike

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“Prolonged.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prolonged. Accessed 21 Apr. 2021.

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prolonged

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: lasting longer than usual or expected : continuing for a long time

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