as in extension
the act of making longer
the indefinite prolongation of the ceasefire
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Recent Examples of prolongation
The prolongation was 242 days in 2023 and 346 days in 2024, according to the report.
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Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prolongation
extension
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The committee is also looking for a year-long contract extension for union health benefits.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
19 Mar. 2026
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The Royals rewarded Garcia with a five-year contract extension.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Prolongation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prolongation. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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