Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: protracted

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Usage examples:

ABOK denies the allegations but has agreed to resolve the matter to avoid the cost and distraction of protracted litigation.

Source: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/american-bank-of-oklahoma-announces-settlement-of-claim-made-by-department-of-justice-301911807.html

After protracted negotiations with Cricket Australia lasting two seasons, Smith overturned perceptions of his waning worth as a Twenty20 batter with a series of startling displays for the Sydney Sixers in last season’s Big Bash League.

Source: https://www.smh.com.au/sport/cricket/wrist-injection-has-steve-smith-primed-for-world-cup-20230914-p5e4n7.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Akeredolu, 67, died in Germany on Wednesday after a protracted illness.

Source: https://punchng.com/akeredolu-one-of-our-most-courageous-presidents-nba/

A long-term hedge is a tactic to reduce the potential downside of investments made over a protracted period.

Source: https://www.chartattack.com/investing-in-gold-bars/

A National Highways spokesman said: "Work to recover the lorry is expected to be protracted and the closure will remain in place for a considerable time.

Source: https://www.stokesentinel.co.uk/news/stoke-on-trent-news/live-m6-closed-after-lorry-8356706

A National Highways spokesman tweeted: "A complex and protracted recovery operation will be ongoing throughout the afternoon.

Source: https://www.echo-news.co.uk/news/23368895.m25-closed-brentwood-crash-long-delays/?ref=rss

A protracted process led to them obtaining a completion certificate, while a visit from health and safety officers followed and owners were informed that male and female changing rooms and toilets and showers needed to be added.

Source: https://cyprus-mail.com/2023/04/18/swimming-pool-law-damaging-cyprus-property-and-tourism/

A spokesperson for National Highways said: "Work to recover the lorry is expected to be protracted and the closure will remain in place for a considerable time.

Source: https://www.stokesentinel.co.uk/news/stoke-on-trent-news/live-m6-closed-after-lorry-8356706

As right-wing disinformation about the 2020 election spread across the country, in part from a protracted absentee ballot count in Michigan, more than 250 state and local audits Biden won in Michigan.

Source: https://www.rawstory.com/hartmann-radio/

A watershed moment in this saga was the emergence of Uttarakhand as a hill state that was carved out of Uttar Pradesh in 2000, after a protracted and violent protest movement.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/joshimath-collapse-uttarakhand-brink-8370295/

Be warned, the movie also has an uncomfortably protracted scene threatening gang rape.

Source: https://metro.co.uk/2023/12/15/rebel-moon-review-overblown-space-opera-a-pricey-mess-netflix-19980815/

But it’s happened to hundreds of people in San Francisco and some people wind up paying the tickets rather than going through a protracted fight in court.

Source: https://hotair.com/jazz-shaw/2023/10/15/victory-san-fran-to-stop-ticketing-stolen-vehicles-n584821

By casting herself into every phrase, she implies that the pain of imagining her lover in their old haunts (carousels, cafes) not only revives him; it enlivens her (hence the protracted “I” with which she begins).

Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/04/arts/music/sarah-vaughan-jazz-music.html

Commenting on the survey findings, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive of NI Chamber, said: “The findings clearly demonstrate the resilience of business through a protracted period of challenges.

Source: https://www.newsletter.co.uk/business/more-than-half-of-northern-ireland-businesses-positive-that-turnover-will-grow-this-year-4247967

Disruptions can be expected when (significant) changes are made butthe Nigerian governmentand business community (especially the manufacturers and exporters), cannot afford protracted or repeatedtrade disruptions at this time.

Source: https://www.opinionnigeria.com/an-analysis-of-tinubu-pacs-proposal-to-merge-customs-nimasa-firs-by-godson-ogheneochuko/

Family sources who confirmed the passing of Gwadabe said the former minister died after a protracted illness at the Kano hospital.

Source: https://www.legit.ng/nigeria/1566267-breaking-tears-benue-commissioner-shehu-othman-dies-91/

Following a protracted battle with prostate cancer, Akeredolu handed power to his deputy before he left Nigeria for a medical vacation in Germany, where he eventually died on Wednesday.

Source: https://www.pulse.ng/news/politics/6-deputies-who-have-succeeded-their-governors-without-being-elected/zm8c065

Frederickson, a crack user, killed Planje in a violent and protracted incident that saw the small person covered in bruises, defensive wounds, the body later dumped in a remote location near Hope.

Source: https://www.aldergrovestar.com/news/chilliwack-killer-on-long-term-supervision-order-wanted-on-canadawide-warrant/

He called the committee “beneath contempt” and claimed its 14-month investigation delivered “what is intended to be the final knife-thrust in a protracted political assassination”.

Source: https://www.heraldscotland.com/politics/23591097.enraged-boris-johnson-claims-finding-lied-mps-deranged/?ref=rss

He just doesn't have a lot to say as the character, aside from a lot of "mamma mia"—often said in protracted, slow-mo, leaping-over-something fashion.

Source: https://www.portlandmercury.com/movies-and-tv/2023/04/05/46441097/review-the-super-mario-bros-movie-is-a-dazzling-journey-as-hollow-as-a-big-green-pipe