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Recent Examples of long-drawn-out Williamson never lets his viewers suffer through unnecessary and long-drawn-out scenes, even when the show’s rapid speed makes specific scenarios feel overly outlandish. Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 19 June 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
  • Chili’s parent Brinker International has a lengthy growth runway ahead, according to Evercore ISI.
    Pia Singh, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Johnson was spotted wiping away tears during a lengthy standing ovation at the premiere.
    Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • It’s been a long road, but one that has provided him with a chance to remain at the MLB level — and to pitch in the biggest games.
    Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
  • The three new watch models boast upgraded health features, fast charging, longer battery lives and a variety of finishes, styles and price points.
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Khamenei delivered the remarks in Tehran during a meeting with President Masoud Pezeshkian and his cabinet, stressing that such a prolonged state of limbo carried dangers equal to direct confrontation.
    Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
  • After a prolonged stretch of outperformance, Nvidia and the other six tech giants comprising the Mag 7 now represent roughly a third of the S & P 500 , according to Goldman Sachs.
    Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Ernst was a focus of major attention during the protracted discussion over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's confirmation.
    Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2025
  • The alternative is a protracted and costly legal battle.
    Vincent Turley, Hartford Courant, 21 Aug. 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 Sep. 2025.

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