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dragged 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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But as drought and wildfires dragged on in California in recent years, she started to question whether keeping the thirsty lawn made sense.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Caruso remained in the lead — though it continued to shrink — as the week dragged on, but by Saturday, Bass had pulled ahead with 50.78% of the counted vote.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

As the case dragged on and the flak kept coming, Police Scotland's then chief constable Sir Iain Livingstone said their "diligent, thorough and proportionate" criminal inquiry was looking at potential embezzlement.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Alibaba’s AI investment has significantly dragged on profitability in recent quarters but the company has expressed confidence that the investment will pay off.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

As winter dragged on, Roz spent more of her time inside with the herd.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown