Prolongation

Synonyms of prolongation

• extension
• continuation
• lengthening

Antonyms of prolongation

• reduction
• shortening
• curtailment

Collocations of prolongation

prolongation of life

Frequency: 70 %

Advancements in medical technology have led to the prolongation of life for many individuals.

prolongation of time

Frequency: 60 %

The additional funding allowed for the prolongation of time needed to complete the project.

prolongation of negotiations

Frequency: 50 %

The mediator's intervention led to the prolongation of negotiations between the two parties.

prolongation of suffering

Frequency: 45 %

The decision to withhold treatment led to the prolongation of suffering for the patient.

prolongation of agony

Frequency: 35 %

The lack of pain medication resulted in the prolongation of agony for the injured hiker.

Idiomatic Expressions for prolongation

• Phrase: prolongation of suffering
  Meaning: the act of making a difficult or painful situation last longer than necessary
  Usage: The lack of medical supplies only resulted in the prolongation of suffering for the patients.