Protracted

Synonyms of protracted

• extended
• lengthy
• drawn-out

Antonyms of protracted

• short
• brief
• concise

Collocations of protracted

protracted legal battle

Frequency: 70 %

The protracted legal battle lasted for years before a settlement was reached.

protracted conflict

Frequency: 65 %

The protracted conflict between the two nations led to widespread devastation.

protracted negotiations

Frequency: 60 %

The protracted negotiations finally resulted in a mutually beneficial agreement.

protracted illness

Frequency: 50 %

Her protracted illness took a toll on her physical and emotional well-being.

protracted dispute

Frequency: 45 %

The protracted dispute over property rights ended up in court.

Idiomatic Expressions for protracted

• Phrase: protracted negotiations
  Meaning: long and drawn-out discussions or talks
  Usage: After weeks of protracted negotiations, the two sides finally reached a compromise.