drawn-out 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of drawn-outnext
as in prolonged

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drawn out

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verb

past participle of draw out
as in extended
to make longer the actor refused to draw out the interview any further

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drawn-out
  1. prolonged
  2. extended
  3. long-term
  4. expanded
Adjective
  • Although a prolonged period of high inflation took a toll on household budgets, consumers are feeling increasingly optimistic about their financial situation, according to a new report by the New York Federal Reserve.
    Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Consider this: over a billion young people worldwide are at risk of hearing damage due to unsafe listening practices, such as prolonged exposure to loud sounds through personal audio devices.
    Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of prolonged
Verb
  • The Franklin fire had extended to nearly 4,000 acres and was just 7% contained Wednesday morning, according to Cal Fire.
    Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • But his Scrabble talents have long extended beyond the board of his native tongue.
    Lex Harvey, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of extended
Adjective
  • Under increasing pressure from regulators, investors, and stakeholders, corporate leaders should create an environment in which AI converges with both long-term strategic goals and the core ethical standards of their organization.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
  • National Audubon Society: Audubon provides long-term, hands-on nature education for hundreds of underserved children outside of schools while making science real, relevant and memorable.
    Zach Bradshaw, The Arizona Republic, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of long-term
Verb
  • Under his leadership, Forbes has diversified its revenue, expanded the business into new categories including ecommerce and global real estate, and built a successful business strategy that nurtures journalistic excellence and supports a robust and professional newsroom.
    Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The franchise has since expanded its WNBA content, with A'ja Wilson making history as the first WNBA global cover athlete for NBA 2K25, and entering the game with an unprecedented 99 overall rating.
    Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of expanded
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