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prolong
[pruh-lawng, -long]
verb (used with object)
to lengthen out in time; extend the duration of; cause to continue longer.
to prolong one's stay abroad.
Antonyms:to make longer in spatial extent.
to prolong a line.
prolong
/ prəˈlɒŋ, ˌprəʊlɒŋˈɡeɪʃən /
verb
(tr) to lengthen in duration or space; extend
Other 51Թ Forms
- prolongable adjective
- prolongableness noun
- prolongably adverb
- prolonger noun
- prolongment noun
- unprolongable adjective
- ˈDzԲԳ noun
- prolongation noun
- ˈDzԲ noun
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of prolong1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Somalia, a former Italian colony, has experienced a prolonged period of civil war after the government of President Siad Barre collapsed in January 1991.
If the conflict's prolonged, those potential tax rises in the autumn might well arrive.
“These issues create unnecessary stress, prolong recovery, and erode trust,” Lara said.
According to a statement from his family, the bandleader passed away after a "prolonged battle" with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other health issues.
"I am confident a situation like Cdr Bennett's prolonged case would not happen again," he added.
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