dragged out

ADJECTIVE

drawn-out

Synonyms

STRONGEST

lengthy protracted

WEAK

dragging extended prolonged

ADJECTIVE

elongated

Synonyms

STRONGEST

stretched

STRONG

expanded extended increased prolonged protracted

WEAK

drawn out made longer outstretched strung-out

Antonyms

STRONG

shortened

ADJECTIVE

interminable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

boundless continuous endless eternal incessant limitless long-winded never-ending perpetual protracted

WEAK

boring ceaseless constant day-and-night dull everlasting immeasurable interminate long long-drawn-out looped no end of no end to on a treadmill permanent spun out strung-out timeless unbound unceasing uninterrupted unlimited wearisome

Antonyms

STRONGEST

brief ceasing ending ephemeral halting intermittent interrupted limited stopping temporary terminable transient

WEAK

bounded finite

Example Sentences

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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

The suit has already dragged out for over two years as MediaTek has pushed for dismissal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

But he was the weaker player in the first set, capable of out-hitting Moutet but too often dragged out of position.

From BBC • May 13, 2025

Both of his arms plunged into the terrible ragged hole and dragged out a big, white, dripping bundle.

From "The Red Pony" by John Steinbeck