protracted — lasting for a long time or longer than expected or usual
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: lasting for a long time or longer than expected or usual
Pronunciation (IPA): /prəˈtræktɪd/
Korean meaning: 오랫동안 지속되는, 장기간에 걸친
Korean pronunciation: 프러**트랙**티드
Example Sentences
- My diet has become a protracted battle between me and chocolate cake.
- The protracted meeting made everyone wish they had brought sleeping bags.
- The company's protracted financial difficulties led to massive layoffs.
protracted
ADJECTIVE//prəˈtræktɪd//
lasting for a long time or longer than expected or usual
Business negotiators endure a protracted meeting lasting well into the night
First attracted to the deal, then contracted in protracted negotiations!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'protractus', the past participle of 'protrahere', meaning 'to draw forth' or 'to lengthen'. The word combines the prefix 'pro-' (forward) with 'trahere' (to draw or pull).
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📝Examples
“My diet has become a protracted battle between me and chocolate cake.”
“The protracted meeting made everyone wish they had brought sleeping bags.”
“The company's protracted financial difficulties led to massive layoffs.”
“After a protracted search, they finally found their lost cat hiding in the garage.”
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