Wordiyoprotraction
🇬🇧 UK/prə'trækʃən/🇺🇸 US/prәu'trækʃәn/
B1
Definitions
n.
The act of prolonging something or the state of being prolonged; an extension in time or length.
延长；拖延
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.protraction of negotiations谈判的拖延
- 2.protraction of conflict冲突的延续
- 3.[undue protraction]不必要的拖延
- 4.protraction of proceedings诉讼程序的拖延
Example Sentences
- 1.
The protraction of the negotiations frustrated both sides involved.
- 2.
The protraction of the legal dispute cost the company millions of dollars.
- 3.
Unnecessary protraction of the meeting left employees feeling unproductive.