Protracted

usgb/prəʊˈtræktɪd/
adjective

Lasting for a long time or longer than expected.

The negotiations were protracted and difficult.
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Often appears as...

  • protracted dispute
  • protracted illness
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Negative Connotation

Often implies frustration or difficulty due to the extended length of time.

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Her recovery from injury was protracted, causing her to miss the entire season.
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Impatience Implied

Can suggest that someone is impatient with the duration of an event.

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The protracted meeting made the attendees restless.
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Emphasize Duration

Use it to emphasize that something takes more time than necessary or expected.

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The construction of the bridge was protracted due to bad weather.
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