prolonged

prolonged

CEFR: C1-C2 /pro-longed/ [p.r.ah0.l.ao1.ng.d]

Definition: Continuing for a long time or longer than usual; lengthy:

Example Sentences:
Drought is a prolonged, abnormally dry period when there is not enough water to meet normal or expected needs. There will be a prolonged recovery period because of the damage the lorry sustained and its precarious position