drawn-out

[US]/[ˈdrɔːn ˈaʊt]/
[UK]/[ˈdrɔːn ˈaʊt]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adv.Extending over a long period; tediously.
adj.Lasting an unexpectedly long time; tedious.; Extended in time; protracted.

Phrases & Collocations

drawn-out affair

drawn-out process

drawn-out silence

drawn-out negotiations

drawn-out speech

drawn-out battle

drawn-out discussion

drawn-out period

drawn-out debate

drawn-out argument

Example Sentences

the meeting was a drawn-out affair with lots of unnecessary discussion.

we had a drawn-out negotiation process before reaching an agreement.

the legal battle was a drawn-out process lasting several years.

she gave a drawn-out sigh, clearly frustrated with the situation.

the film's ending was a drawn-out sequence that felt unnecessary.

it was a drawn-out argument that ended with everyone feeling exhausted.

the recovery from her illness was a long and drawn-out process.

the investigation proved to be a drawn-out and complex undertaking.

the election campaign was a long and drawn-out affair.

the project's timeline was initially short, but it became a drawn-out one.

the farewell speech was a drawn-out and emotional goodbye.

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