Engineering Mechanisms

noun the act or process of extending or lengthening in time or space

• The protraction of the negotiation process has caused delays in finalizing the contract.
• The protraction of this meeting is getting on my nerves.
• I can't stand the protraction of this project anymore, it's dragging on forever.
• The protraction of winter seemed endless this year, with no sign of spring in sight.

verb to draw back or in; to take back or withdraw

• The company decided to retract their previous statement due to inaccuracies.
• I think I need to retract my earlier comment, it wasn't entirely correct.
• She quickly retracted her words when she realized she was wrong.
• Sometimes it's better to retract your emotions rather than say something you'll regret.