prolong
verb (used with object)
to lengthen out in time; extend the duration of; cause to continue longer.
prolonging
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present participleof prolong.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Macrophages may remain locked in pro-inflammatory states instead of moving toward repair, prolonging tissue damage and preventing the wound from progressing normally.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 10, 2026
Instead, he had to halt his throwing progression multiple times for flare-ups, prolonging his time on the IL.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
Many operators now avoid the passage and send ships instead around South Africa's Cape of Good Hope, vastly prolonging the journey between Asia and Europe and driving up fuel costs and emissions.
From Barron's ● Aug. 22, 2026
However, Lawson's issue - in terms of prolonging his career in F1 - is recent history, and his current team-mate.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
Nothing in my body wants to make that visit, but prolonging it will only be worse.
From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse
