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dragging on

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

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

Pharmaceutical group Novartis slid 4.4% after reporting lower profits, dragging on the healthcare sector more widely.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

Omid, a 26-year-old in Tehran, said "people are becoming slightly uneasy about how long the situation is dragging on".

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

With the fighting dragging on, Henry IV was not crowned until 1594, a year after he had once again declared himself to be a Catholic, and even then the conflict with Spain continued.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin