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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
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.
—Deirdre Walsh, NPR, 19 Feb. 2025
Deirdre Walsh, NPR, 19 Feb. 2025
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.
—Deirdre Walsh, NPR, 19 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for long-drawn-out
Adjective
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After a lengthy delay of 11 minutes and 55 seconds, fourth official Sam Barrott took Webb’s place and Phil Sharp, the officials’ coach, took over fourth official duties.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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After a lengthy debate, the House voted 117 – 27 as four Democrats joined with 23 Republicans against the measure.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Prima thought she would be suited to a long coat that was navy or dark brown, in very soft wool.—
Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
4 May 2025
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In short, fate’s distribution of long straws is wildly capricious.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
Adjective
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Thousands of investors in the Omaha arena gave Buffett a prolonged standing ovation after his announcement in recognition of his 60 years leading the company.—
Time,
Time,
3 May 2025
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In recent years, attacks on institutions like UnitedHealth and Ascension Health have led to months of operational disruption, massive financial costs and prolonged investigations.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
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“Long-drawn-out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/long-drawn-out. Accessed 10 May. 2025.
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