dragged on
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One event may not seem related to another unless you know the two hip-hop stars represent opposing sides in a spiteful cold war that’s dragged on since 2017.
From Salon ● Oct. 27, 2026
"We're very close" to a trade deal with India, a second senior US official said of negotiations with the Asian giant that have dragged on for months.
From Barron's ● Oct. 19, 2026
But the wait for another had dragged on for so long that even McNulty could hardly believe it.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 27, 2026
She said students sometimes grew frustrated as the work dragged on and dust forced them to close the windows.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026
More than a trifle grimly, he brought his cigar to his mouth and dragged on it, but it had gone out.
From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger
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