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Recent Examples of prolonged
Kim Chandler, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
The poor conditions inside detention centers and the prolonged confinement often compel detainees to give up their quest for a court hearing and opt to leave the country of their own accord.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 12 June 2026
Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Perovskites are notoriously vulnerable to moisture, oxygen, heat, and prolonged ultraviolet exposure.
—New Atlas, 26 May 2026
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Adjective
The late-night order halts what would have been the nation’s ninth nitrogen execution, a rare reprieve in a state where recent nitrogen deaths involved shaking, gasping and prolonged suffering.
—Kim Chandler, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
The poor conditions inside detention centers and the prolonged confinement often compel detainees to give up their quest for a court hearing and opt to leave the country of their own accord.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 12 June 2026
Verb
Meanwhile, prolonged losing streaks continue to make Cubs fans ill, no matter the time, players, manager or top executives.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Perovskites are notoriously vulnerable to moisture, oxygen, heat, and prolonged ultraviolet exposure.
—New Atlas, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prolonged
Adjective
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Two people with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press that the four-time NFL MVP agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Steelers on Saturday, ending a protracted decision-making process.—
Will Graves,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
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Two people with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press that the four-time NFL MVP agreed to a one-year deal to return to Pittsburgh on Saturday, ending a protracted decision-making process.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 May 2026
Verb
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Although the list of edible foods that double as fish bait could be lengthened, there are as many natural baits little known or used by the average fisherman.—
Byron W. Dalrymple,
Outdoor Life,
4 June 2026
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Whether enjoyed neat, over ice, lengthened with premium tonic, or served in the elegant simplicity of a Martini, Cygnet is crafted to elevate every gin-drinking occasion.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Similarly, securing funding for marine conservation remains a persistent challenge.—
Ana K. Spalding,
The Conversation,
16 June 2026
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Class 1 and Class 2 drones have emerged as some of the most persistent threats on contemporary battlefields.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
Verb
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According to the agreement, the two sides are supposed to negotiate the issues in 60 days but Baghaei said the deadline could be extended if necessary.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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From packed streets to neighborhood businesses, the excitement surrounding the team's title has extended well beyond basketball.—
Hannah Kliger,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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The errand conveniently provided the opportunity for a longish highway test of Lexus’ newest luxury people-mover.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
21 Mar. 2026
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When the front door opens, they’re greeted by an androgynous person with longish hair, thick eyebrows and a deep voice.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
2 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Rainbow flick The chances of seeing this skill — some might call it a circus act — being performed at the World Cup this summer increased significantly on the back of Neymar being named in the Brazil squad.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Economic output has also increased, up 24% over the same period, government data show.—
Jamey Keaten,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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This is a nearly two-and-a-half-hour film but Spielberg’s expert pacing keeps it from feeling overlong.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
ArsTechnica,
13 June 2026
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There was a parade of nations, perhaps overlong, but analogue and human-scale.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The lead stretched to 12 before Brunson and the Knicks rallied again, cutting the lead down to five halfway through the quarter.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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But the short stay stretched into a month, and the once-polite guest turned rude, demanding and increasingly hostile, according to Vanity Fair.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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“Prolonged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prolonged. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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