prolonged — continuing for a long time or longer than usual
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: continuing for a long time or longer than usual
Pronunciation (IPA): /prəˈlɔːŋd/
Example Sentences
- The prolonged staring contest ended when someone sneezed.
- After prolonged consideration, she decided to order pizza instead of cooking.
- The prolonged negotiation finally reached a successful agreement.
prolonged
ADJECTIVE[/prəˈlɔːŋd/]
continuing for a long time or longer than usual
After a prolonged drought, the farmer finally sees rain hit his cracked field.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'prolongare', combining 'pro-' (forward) and 'longus' (long). The word entered English through Old French 'prolonger' in the 14th century.
Breakdown
pro- (forward/extend) + long (long) + -ed (past participle/adjective suffix) = prolonged
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The prolonged staring contest ended when someone sneezed.”
“After prolonged consideration, she decided to order pizza instead of cooking.”
“The prolonged negotiation finally reached a successful agreement.”
“Prolonged use of social media can affect sleep patterns.”
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