prolonged
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These prolonged dry periods reduced water availability and made locations without dependable water sources less attractive for large-scale hunting activities.
From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026
When the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran and the Strait of Hormuz was virtually closed, many analysts thought a prolonged closure could bring oil prices to $150 to $200 a barrel.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
A prolonged outlook for high growth can keep valuations elevated, and if the current multiple remains in place by the end of this year, the fund would hit $748, up 25% from its current $601.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
Kismet was also ordered to pay £259,298 in costs, with a judge saying the company had engaged in "considerable dishonesty" over a prolonged period of time.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
How do you defend yourself against the prolonged, insufferable agony of knowing you will surrender to the sea?
From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys
Vocabulary lists containing prolonged
The Call of the Wild
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Britain's Finest Hour Speech - Winston Churchill (1940)
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