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prolonged

[pruh-lawngd, -longd] / prəˈlɔŋd, -ˈlɒŋd /
ADJECTIVE
extended
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Prolonged exposure to high indoor temperatures is linked to heat exhaustion and heat stroke, cardiovascular issues, sleep disturbance and mental health problems, it added.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

Prolonged or acute exposure to smoke has been known to trigger heart attacks, strokes and other serious respiratory illnesses.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

Prolonged instability begins altering behavior across the economy.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Prolonged Middle East tensions also put TSMC’s production lines at risk, as Taiwan relies heavily on imported fuel for electricity, and its advanced chip manufacturing is energy-intensive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Prolonged discussion had failed to suggest any means of salvaging the argosy of their fortunes from speedy foundering.

From Linda Lee, Incorporated A Novel by Vance, Louis Joseph




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