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

The emirate borrowed at a premium to avoid a drawn-out fundraising process, they said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

A wave of risk-off sentiment swept Asia markets on Monday, spurring slumps across asset classes as investors fear that a drawn-out conflict in the Middle East will hurt the global economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

In a more grinding and drawn-out scenario, the stakes rise.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

John sighed a long drawn-out sigh, like a heavy load had just come out of him and was now floating around the room.

From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds