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prolongation

/prəˈlɒŋɡeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does prolongation mean?

noun

The act of prolonging something, or a prolonging of something. An extension or prolongation of a period of time.

Example

"The prolongation of the project's deadline was a relief to the team."

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