prolongation (Meaning)

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prolongation (n)

the act of prolonging something

amount or degree or range to which something extends

the consequence of being lengthened in duration

prolongation Sentence Examples

  1. The prolongation of the meeting frustrated the participants, who had other commitments.
  2. The doctor recommended surgery to prevent the prolongation of the patient's suffering.
  3. The prolonged drought had devastating effects on the local agriculture.
  4. The prolongation of the negotiation process led to increased tensions between the parties involved.
  5. The prolongation of the illness required additional medical interventions.
  6. The company's financial troubles resulted in the prolongation of the project timeline.
  7. The prolongation of the trial resulted in mounting legal fees for both parties.
  8. The postponement of the event led to a prolongation of the planning process.
  9. The prolongation of the war had significant economic repercussions for the country.
  10. The prolongation of the construction project caused frustration among local residents.

FAQs About the word prolongation

the act of prolonging something, amount or degree or range to which something extends, the consequence of being lengthened in duration

extension, stretching, lengthening,elongation, prolonging,drawing out

abbreviation, curtailment, abbreviation, cutback, cutback, shortening,shortening, curtailment, abridgement, abridgment

The prolongation of the meeting frustrated the participants, who had other commitments.

The doctor recommended surgery to prevent the prolongation of the patient's suffering.

The prolonged drought had devastating effects on the local agriculture.

The prolongation of the negotiation process led to increased tensions between the parties involved.