Meaning of the word prolonged in English

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prolonged

US /prəˈlɑːŋd/
UK /prəˈlɒŋd/
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Adjective

continuing for a long time or longer than usual; lengthy

Example:
The patient required prolonged hospitalization.
They had a prolonged discussion about the new policy.
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