drag out

Example Sentences

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The lack of a deal could mean a work stoppage among players, and games could be canceled if a stoppage were to drag out.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 24, 2026

Originally planning to get her papers notarized in the fall to finalize the sale, she watched her plan drag out.

From Slate • Feb. 1, 2026

In December he was convicted of sedition and colluding with foreigners after an interminable trial that seemed designed to drag out his punishment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

The FCC process could drag out for months, providing little relief to DirecTV’s nearly 11 million customers.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 9, 2024

I get down on my knees to reach behind and drag out the last leaves.

From "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson