protracted

[proh-trak-tid, pruh‐]

adjective

1. drawn out or lengthened in time; extended in duration.

   a protracted and bloody war.

protracted

/ prəˈtræktɪd /

adjective

1. extended or lengthened in time; prolonged

   a protracted legal battle

Other Word Forms

• protractedness noun
• protractedly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of protracted¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; protract ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

Granted, much of that threat relies on a protracted shutdown.

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"This campaign alone will not bring Russia to its knees, but is definitely increasing the pain of the protracted conflict."

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However, a protracted shutdown could lead to delays in new project grants or permits being issued.

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Eddie Howe's Newcastle had held a long-standing interest in Trafford and it is understood the player was "super excited" about the prospect of joining the Magpies, but talks over a fee became protracted.

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During that time, she also found herself in an abusive relationship, the end of which triggered a protracted period of poor mental health.

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