protraction
Americannoun
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the act of protracting; prolongation; extension.
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something that is protracted.
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a drawing or rendering to scale.
Other Word Forms
- nonprotraction noun
- overprotraction noun
Etymology
Origin of protraction
1525–35; < Late Latin prōtractiōn- (stem of prōtractiō ) prolongation. See protract, -ion
Example Sentences
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It also calls for the investigation of "all underlying root causes of recurrent tensions, instability and protraction of conflict".
From BBC
The commission would also investigate “all underlying root causes of recurrent tensions, instability and protraction of conflict” including discrimination and repression, the text said.
From Seattle Times
A lengthier pandemic would wipe 3% off GDP this year compared with the baseline, while protraction plus a resumption next year would mean 8% less output in 2021 than projected, it said.
From Los Angeles Times
“Stubbornly seeking the protraction of this war,” the letter added, “will have “dreadful consequences” for the region and the “stability of America herself.”
From Washington Post
“Stubbornly seeking the protraction of this war,” it added, “will have “dreadful consequences” for the region and the “stability of America herself.”
From Washington Post
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