dragging on
Example Sentences
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The heads of the Pakistani and Lebanese armed forces agreed to boost cooperation on Tuesday as they met in Pakistan with peace talks over the Middle East war dragging on.
From Barron's ● Jun. 9, 2026
The absence of tourists leaves nearby shopkeepers and hotel owners with little to do, their days dragging on as they hope for the crowds to return and revive their businesses.
From Barron's ● May 4, 2026
Peace talks expected to take place between the U.S. and Iran over the weekend didn’t go ahead, dragging on investor sentiment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 27, 2026
Shares in Goldman Sachs declined around 1.9%, dragging on the Dow industrials, despite the firm reporting better-than-expected profit for the first quarter Monday morning.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 13, 2026
Although Bobby had received numerous requests to give a deposition, he continued to refuse, so the case was dragging on.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
