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Synonyms

time-consuming

American  
[tahym-kuhn-soo-ming] / ˈtaɪm kənˌsu mɪŋ /

adjective

  1. (of an action) requiring or wasting much time.

time-consuming British  

adjective

  1. taking up or involving a great deal of time

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Etymology

Origin of time-consuming

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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If the new guy were using software like TurboTax, H&R Block or FreeTaxUSA, it would be cheaper, less hassle and less time-consuming to do it yourself.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

The new policy also creates new verification rules – like stricter proof of parents’ employment – that are making it more time-consuming and complicated to receive subsidies.

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026

The process of switching to alternatives could be time-consuming and costly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

But there are constraints on its ability to export gas - it is a costly and time-consuming process to build up its infrastructure.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

He began the time-consuming process of sending it to Moscow.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin

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