prolong
Example Sentences
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The new study found that after prolonged races, red blood cells become less flexible.
From Science Daily
The researchers also found that the metabolic benefits of prolonged hypoxia lasted for weeks to months after mice were returned to normal oxygen levels.
From Science Daily
Doctors had warned a prolonged use of the life support system might have compromised his lungs, liver and kidneys.
From BBC
Schauffele, ranked 13th in the world, also had a prolonged day.
From Los Angeles Times
The reason for his prolonged silence, however, wasn’t entirely literary.
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