drawn-out

Example Sentences

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Either way, it looks like Streeting is biding his time, meaning a drawn-out battle.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Imperial Brands said it would pull its vaping business out of the U.S., citing a drawn-out regulatory approval process.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Subsequent years saw a drawn-out struggle across the industry to complete construction projects as shares plunged and cash flows choked.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

The pacing is off, especially in the drawn-out second half.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

“Oooooooooooooh,” he moaned again, and this time the whole room rippled at his quavering, drawn-out cry.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller