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drags on

verb as in extend time of action

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continue
draw out
endure
extend
go on slowly
keep going
lengthen
persist
prolong
protract
spin out
stretch out

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Example Sentences

However, even while the state’s rulemaking drags on, local jurisdictions can pass their own Zone Zero regulations.

From Los Angeles Times

Every day this drags on, more unnecessary transmissions will occur.

From Salon

As Griffin's challenge drags on in court, North Carolina voters told Salon they fear their votes will be thrown out — and what that means for democracy in a state where it's already eroded.

From Salon

But as the war drags on, American resolve has been tested.

From BBC

There could also be travel delays if the stand-off drags on.

From BBC

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