prolonged

Example Sentences

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Many companies see a moment to pounce on bigger deals that would normally face prolonged antitrust scrutiny.

From The Wall Street Journal

A prolonged stretch of expensive gas could renew U.S. interest in EVs, but companies are forging ahead with plans to roll back EV investments.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Clearly, a prolonged conflict—and the potential for a U.S. recession—would eventually take a toll on the earnings outlook for tech stocks,” he said.

From Barron's

"Americans are clearly worried about rising gas prices and a prolonged war in Iran," said Heather Long, chief economist at Navy Federal Credit Union.

From Barron's

“If tensions in Iran become prolonged, there will be growing fears of both domestic inflationary pressures and a potential economic downturn.”

From The Wall Street Journal