as in protracted
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to make longer
would like to prolong our vacation by any means possible
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Recent Examples of prolonged
Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 5 Feb. 2026
Unless fluid losses are prolonged, intense, or occur in hot conditions, this system works well without the need for supplementation.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2026
Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
Even as ways change, and people mark their time on this planet in months and years, memories can be passed down that stretch them, making time immutable and life prolonged.
—Marya E. Gates, IndieWire, 27 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
According to the American Burn Association, there is an almost 18 percent mortality rate for hospital burn patients who require surgery and prolonged ventilation.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 5 Feb. 2026
Unless fluid losses are prolonged, intense, or occur in hot conditions, this system works well without the need for supplementation.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
Tens of millions of Americans were under alerts for severe cold as a blast of Arctic air prolonged below-freezing temperatures, according to the National Weather Service.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
Even as ways change, and people mark their time on this planet in months and years, memories can be passed down that stretch them, making time immutable and life prolonged.
—Marya E. Gates, IndieWire, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prolonged
Adjective
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Nearly seven years later, Kofod's successors -- again under the leadership of Frederiksen -- have faced a more protracted and aggressive campaign from Washington.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
23 Jan. 2026
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Violent conflicts have been erupting at a brisk frequency, getting bloodier, and more protracted.—
Galip Dalay,
Time,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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School districts canceled class, businesses are closing for the day and warming centers lengthened hours as residents braced for the cold.—
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel,
jsonline.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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The changes lengthened prison sentences for gang members who commit crimes.—
Sonia Pérez D,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The polar vortex is a persistent, large-scale cyclone that circles the Arctic and contains extremely cold air.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
3 Feb. 2026
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How must Yves Bissouma, who was left out of the squad for August’s UEFA Super Cup penalty shootout defeat to Paris-Saint Germain due to persistent lateness, feel watching his team-mate avoid facing the consequences?—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
Verb
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It was originally supposed to expire in 2021 but was extended for five more years.—
VLADIMIR ISACHENKOV THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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Georgia Southern extended its lead to as much as 10 in the fourth before a 3-pointer from Texas State guard Deja Jones cut the deficit to five.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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When the front door opens, they’re greeted by an androgynous person with longish hair, thick eyebrows and a deep voice.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
2 Aug. 2025
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Pontiac’s Firebird had a longish life in car years, with four generations spanning 1967 to 2002.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
27 June 2025
Verb
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That figure is used to determine the league’s cut, which for all local TV deals has since increased from 34% to 48%.—
Maury Brown,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, the average new car payment has increased by $300, or more than 35%, since then to $769.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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This solid, slightly-overlong watch is best at capturing how time and trauma turn daily life into valuable history.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2026
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The pacing is overlong, removing much of the tension and excitement that make thrillers so fascinating to watch.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
27 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Kravitz was originally trained as a K–6 educator in Boone, North Carolina, yet her ambitions stretched beyond the classroom.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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As negotiations stretched on, the district announced that schools would be closed on Monday, prompting families to scramble for childcare and alternative plans.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Prolonged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prolonged. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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