Something protracted has been drawn out, usually in a tedious way. Protracted things are long and seem like they're never going to end.
Prolonged; continued.
Adjective S.
relatively long in duration; tediously protracted; "a drawn-out argument"; "an extended discussion"; "a lengthy visit from her mother-in-law"; "a prolonged and bitter struggle"; "protracted negotiations"
imp. & p. p.
of Protract
a.
Prolonged; continued.
Protracted
Prolonged; continued.
Usage Examples
No protracted war can fail to endanger the freedom of a democratic country.
Good character is not formed in a week or a month. It is created little by little, day by day. Protracted and patient effort is needed to develop good character.
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Other Usage ExamplesHistory has not dealt kindly with the aftermath of protracted periods of low risk premiums.
Music is at once the product of feeling and knowledge, for it requires from its disciples, composers and performers alike, not only talent and enthusiasm, but also that knowledge and perception which are the result of protracted study and reflection.
There has never been a protracted war from which a country has benefited.
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