Word of the Day · November 8, 2026
protracted
- proh-TRAK-tid · adjective
- Lasting for a long time or longer than expected or usual.
- “The protracted negotiations finally concluded after eight months of deliberations.”
- Origin: From Latin 'protractus' meaning 'drawn out,' from 'pro' (forward) and 'trahere' (to draw).
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