drags out

VERB

extend time of action

Synonyms

WEAK

continue draw out endure extend go on slowly keep going lengthen persist prolong protract spin out stretch out

Antonyms

WEAK

complete

VERB

extend

Synonyms

STRONGEST

drag on draw out prolong

WEAK

continue endure extend keep going lengthen persist protract spin out stretch out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

shorten

WEAK

accelerate expedite quicken speed up

Example Sentences

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If the war drags out more than six months, "all the economies of the world will be damaged", said the head of French oil giant TotalEnergies.

From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026

While Israel drags out diplomatic negotiations with Syria, bouts of fighting have erupted between the two countries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 10, 2025

As she drags out her time in Savannah all in the name of research, the director reminds her that she's been there too long, which puts the film over budget.

From Salon • Dec. 9, 2023

Families who receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could also lose assistance if a shutdown drags out for a more significant period of time.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 27, 2023

Quinn drags out the last word, and Jonah turns red.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison