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
Alison Willmore, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026
To their surprise, though, the prolonged auroras of 1204 left no corresponding surge in carbon-14.
—Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 10 Apr. 2026
Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 9 Apr. 2026
Western powers feared that prolonged Iranian instability could open the door to Soviet influence in the oil-rich country – a central Cold War concern.
—Gregory F. Treverton, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
The David Hockney–esque Julian was a star of the ’60s and ’70s but has spent the past three decades in prolonged retreat, living off his notoriety and persona as an art curmudgeon — first as a judge on a reality-competition show and, more recently, on Cameo.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026
To their surprise, though, the prolonged auroras of 1204 left no corresponding surge in carbon-14.
—Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
But never to a win streak this prolonged.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 9 Apr. 2026
Western powers feared that prolonged Iranian instability could open the door to Soviet influence in the oil-rich country – a central Cold War concern.
—Gregory F. Treverton, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prolonged
Adjective
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Opponents will note the Vietnam draft didn’t prevent a protracted, catastrophic war.—
Zach Iscol,
New York Daily News,
23 Mar. 2026
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The major reinforcement comes as the war’s economic shock waves are felt throughout the world as Washington signaled a protracted conflict.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Prior to the 2002 masters, Augusta lengthened over half the holes and narrowed fairways.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Frustration piled, and his timetable lengthened.—
Noah Furtado,
Houston Chronicle,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Five bookings meant he was suspended for a 0-0 draw at home to Sunderland in December, while a persistent knee issue ruled him out of a 1-0 home defeat by Arsenal in March.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
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Despite persistent economic headwinds and ongoing global conflicts affecting trade and transportation, the mood among exhibitors and attendees at Kingpins Amsterdam last week was notably more optimistic than at the previous two editions.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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On the licensing and consumer products side, the brand has extended across toys, publishing, digital products and lifestyle categories.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2026
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The Wild lease, which runs out in 2035, would be extended another 30 years under the renovation plan, alongside the city’s half-cent sales tax, which covers certain arena maintenance costs.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The errand conveniently provided the opportunity for a longish highway test of Lexus’ newest luxury people-mover.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
21 Mar. 2026
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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
Verb
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On the other hand, planting the wrong neighbors next to garlic can lead to altered flavors, stunted growth, increased susceptibility to pests, and decreased production.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Apr. 2026
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But having one of the game’s fastest players start at second base in the bottom of the 10th gave the Cubs an advantage, which increased after Caleb Thielbar pitched a scoreless top of the 10th.—
Andy Martinez,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 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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In the 53rd minute, however, LAFC defenders were stretched and Werner, on the left, struck a cross that found Ousseni Bouda for the first of the Burkina Faso native’s two goals on the day.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
20 Apr. 2026
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The recovery operation stretched into the wee hours.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Prolonged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prolonged. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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