Local English word record

prolong

verb · 2 senses

lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer

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Examples

  • We prolonged our stay
  • She extended her visit by another day
  • The meeting was drawn out until midnight

Word relationships

Synonyms

protract, extend, draw out

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