as in extension
the act of making longer
his habitual prolonging of any task so that it fills up an entire afternoon
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in lengthening
to make longer
would like to prolong our vacation by any means possible
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of prolonging
Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 29 Sep. 2025
Kilaru also warned that if the NCAA’s appeal is dismissed on mootness, there’s nothing stopping Pavia from suing to play another season and prolonging the litigation.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 16 Sep. 2025
This is a mismatch that risks prolonging underemployment for degree holders and even affecting earnings trajectories, graduate debt repayment and workforce planning across industries.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
Critics of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accuse him of prolonging the war for political reasons.
—Wafaa Shurafa, Arkansas Online, 7 Sep. 2025
And yet the Dolphins have found a way to remain masters of mediocrity, prolonging the NFL’s longest playoff win drought with a combination of misfortune and missteps.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Failures can cost billions, and with decommissioning expenses projected to exceed $100 billion by 2030, prolonging the life of existing assets has become critical.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
For patients and providers, this fire hose of information could equate to life-saving breakthroughs—a new biomarker, a novel dosing schedule or a survival-prolonging treatment.
—Anna Forsythe, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
On one hand, Netanyahu’s government remains deeply unpopular among 70% of Israeli citizens, and a growing number of Israelis now fully believe that the prime minister is prolonging the war for his own political interests.
—Asher Kaufman, The Conversation, 23 Aug. 2025
Verb
Nuts Different types of nuts, like almonds, are a key snack for prolonging energy.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 29 Sep. 2025
Kilaru also warned that if the NCAA’s appeal is dismissed on mootness, there’s nothing stopping Pavia from suing to play another season and prolonging the litigation.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 16 Sep. 2025
This is a mismatch that risks prolonging underemployment for degree holders and even affecting earnings trajectories, graduate debt repayment and workforce planning across industries.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
Critics of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accuse him of prolonging the war for political reasons.
—Wafaa Shurafa, Arkansas Online, 7 Sep. 2025
And yet the Dolphins have found a way to remain masters of mediocrity, prolonging the NFL’s longest playoff win drought with a combination of misfortune and missteps.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Failures can cost billions, and with decommissioning expenses projected to exceed $100 billion by 2030, prolonging the life of existing assets has become critical.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
For patients and providers, this fire hose of information could equate to life-saving breakthroughs—a new biomarker, a novel dosing schedule or a survival-prolonging treatment.
—Anna Forsythe, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
On one hand, Netanyahu’s government remains deeply unpopular among 70% of Israeli citizens, and a growing number of Israelis now fully believe that the prime minister is prolonging the war for his own political interests.
—Asher Kaufman, The Conversation, 23 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prolonging
Noun
-
The companies also entered into a multiyear extension of Peacock’s availability across Google’s Android platforms, including Google Play and Google TV.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
2 Oct. 2025
-
Without the extension and the new agreement, NBCU and Versant channels would have gone black on YouTube TV, which serves about 10 million subscribers.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
The modifications included lengthening the body by 10 inches, lowering it, and giving it a new rear aero kit, as well as a new exhaust setup.—
Ben Oliver,
Robb Report,
30 Sep. 2025
-
And lengthening it is a cinch—just hook it up to the faucet; the water pressure flowing into the hose will enlarge it for you.—
Brittany VanDerBill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
Through his attorney, Gabe Banks of Banks Weaver Law Firm, Tyrese issued a formal statement extending condolences to the Parker family and accepting responsibility for his dogs.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
7 Oct. 2025
-
Galaxy Digital — Shares jumped nearly 3%, extending Monday’s gains after the digital assets investment platform unveiled a Robinhood-like trading system c alled GalaxyOne.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Small changes, such as taking short active breaks or incorporating stretching exercises, can make a significant difference.—
Jack McNamara,
CNN Money,
25 Sep. 2025
-
Timelines in quantum computing, as in many technically challenging fields, have a habit of stretching.—
Nikita Ostrovsky,
Time,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
The government can raise revenues by increasing the payroll tax that funds Social Security or the income threshold to continue paying the tax or raise the full retirement age.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
-
People would be wise to consider the ever-increasing cost of homes in the area before selling their property due to immigration enforcement fears, Gonzalez said.—
Juan Cordoba,
Arkansas Online,
5 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Prolonging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prolonging. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share