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protracted

adjective

Relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

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Word length
10
Starts with
P
Ends with
D
Contains
RO
Scrabble score
15
CEFR level
B1

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adjective

  1. Relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

    “A drawn-out argument”

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A drawn-out argument
An extended discussion
A lengthy visit from her mother-in-law
A prolonged and bitter struggle
Protracted negotiations

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