protracted

 Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English 5++朗文当代英语 5++LDOCE 5++朗文 5++pro·trac·ted /prəˈtræktɪd/ adjective  LONG TIMEused to describe something that continues for a long time, especially if it takes longer than usual, necessary, or expected 长时间的；旷日持久的 SYN lengthyprotracted negotiations/discussions/debate etc the expense of a protracted legal battle 一场持久的官司战的费用► see thesaurus at long

Examples from the Corpus

protracted• This marks the first day of what is likely to be a protracted and bitter courtroom battle.• Above all, he had to speed up the protracted constitutional timetable of his predecessor.• The only other clear winners from a protracted contest would be both firms' lawyers.• It was going to be another protracted day; he had to stay alert and miss nothing.• There were protracted delays in their trial until they appeared before a magistrate in Liverpool on February 9 last year.• It can help avoid expensive and protracted litigation.• Firms and institutions which are otherwise financially sound could be hard hit by a protracted run of debt defaults.• There was a protracted silence, after which Lydia said quietly, 'I'm to inherit all the money -- you'll get nothing.'• There was a protracted silence before Lydia spoke again.• After a bloody and protracted struggle, the "Mau-Mau" fighters forced Britain to grant independence.• In due course the conspirators were taken to Edinburgh, subjected to protracted torture, and finally beheaded.• Otherwise the reign is distinctive for the want of evidence of royal pressure and of protracted vacancies.protracted negotiations/discussions/debate etc• Like air bags in automobiles, meaningful technology has been denied an entire generation of parents by a protracted debate.• This takes time and the heads are not the appropriate forum for protracted negotiations.• Administration sources expressed optimism that protracted negotiations between the Senate and White House might eventually result in some softening of the ban.• The bid follows protracted negotiations between the two groups about a possible merger.• Three years of long and protracted negotiations characterized the proposals for an indoor-events arena.• After protracted negotiations in July 1845 twenty cases of drawings were delivered to the Galleries.• After protracted negotiations, it was agreed that a day a week would be devoted to the task.• Todd said McCray agreed to pay back his bonus to avoid a protracted debate over the legality and propriety of the payment.Origin protracted (1500-1600) Latin past participle of protrahere “to draw forward”

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protracted
pro‧trac‧ted /prəˈtræktəd, prəˈtræktɪd/ adjectiveused to describe something that continues for a long time, especially if it takes longer than usual, necessary, or expected
   SYN  lengthy
    protracted negotiations/discussions/debate etc
    the expense of a protracted legal battle
     

THESAURUS

   ▪ long continuing for a long time: The film was very long. | There has been a long period without rain.
   ▪ lengthy continuing for a long time, especially longer than you want or expect: Drivers face lengthy delays on all roads out of the city. | Police are going through the lengthy process of re-examining all the evidence. | He faces a lengthy prison sentence.
   ▪ long-running [only before noun] continuing for a long time - used especially about disputes, campaigns, or shows: He has been involved in a long-running dispute with his neighbour. | The programme is one of the longest-running series on television. | a long-running campaign to prevent the airport from being built
   ▪ long-lasting continuing for a long time – used especially about effects or relationships: Stress can have long-lasting effects. | While at the school, she made many long-lasting friendships.
   ▪ protracted formal continuing for a long time, especially an unusually long time: Despite protracted negotiations, they were unable to reach an agreement. | The couple have been involved in a protracted battle for custody of their children.
   ▪ prolonged continuing for a long time, especially longer than expected, or longer in a way that makes a situation worse: He returned to work after a prolonged absence. | Studies have linked prolonged use of the drug to cancer. | a prolonged period of economic decline
   ▪ extended [only before noun] continuing for a long time - used especially about visits, trips, breaks etc that last longer than was planned: an extended stay in hospital | He took an extended break from work after his father died. | She didn’t like being away from home for extended periods.
   ▪ lasting [only before noun] strong enough or great enough to continue for a long time: The negotiations were aimed at achieving a lasting peace. | This affair has done lasting damage to the President’s credibility. | The book left a lasting impression on me.
   ▪ enduring continuing for a long time – used especially about memories, influences, or feelings of liking someone or something: One of my most enduring memories is of going on holiday to France with my parents. | the enduring appeal of Conan Doyle's stories | his enduring love for Ireland
   ▪ marathon [only before noun] continuing for a very long time and needing a lot of energy, patience, or determination: It was a marathon session of talks which continued until 3 am. | He arrived after a marathon journey across Europe.

pro·tract·edBrE /prəˈtræktɪd/ 🔊NAmE /prəˈtræktɪd/ 🔊, also /proʊˈtræktɪd/ 🔊 adjective (formal) lasting longer than expected or longer than usual 延长的；拖延的；持久的 SYN prolonged ◆protracted delays/disputes/negotiations 持久的延误／争论／谈判