prolong

Example Sentences

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"We stress that this shutdown is temporary and linked to the availability of fuel," Mehanna said, warning that a prolonged fuel shortage "would pose a direct threat to the hospital's ability to deliver basic services".

From Barron's

A prolonged dry spell increased the wildfire risk across parts of the country.

From BBC

But its products used a chemical in the propellants inflating the air bags that became unstable and led to ruptures after aging and prolonged exposure to heat and humidity.

From The Wall Street Journal

Chinese consumers, particularly in lower-tier cities, have grown far more cautious over the past two years as a prolonged property downturn weighs on household confidence.

From MarketWatch

The prolonged dry, warm weather created ideal conditions for wildfires too.

From BBC