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dragged out

ADJECTIVE
drawn-out
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Slovenian rider Matej Mohoric, meanwhile, complained that he had to be dragged out of bed at 5 a.m., while France’s young prospect Paul Seixas was tested at a more reasonable hour.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026

Shortages of component parts and metals have dragged out construction and permitting timelines, Tucker said.

From MarketWatch ● Jan. 17, 2026

The Iraq war vet was dragged out of his car in Ventura County by federal agents last year.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 14, 2026

Warner appeared to have been dragged out to sea by a current while swimming at Playa Grande about 14:00-14:30 local time in Cocles, a town in the province of Limón, local authorities said.

From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2025

Jack whispered to his returning grandfather, who instead of bringing back something useful had dragged out a chair to sit on.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley




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