PROLONGING Synonyms
There are 13 hypernyms of the word prolonging. (close relations)
prolongation
Best Alternative Words for PROLONGING
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| draw out | verbv | |||||||
verb • cause to speak • lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer • make more sociable • deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) • remove by suction • remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense | ||||||||
| extend | verbv | |||||||
verb • extend in scope or range or area • stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point • span an interval of distance, space or time • make available; provide • thrust or extend out • reach outward in space • offer verbally • extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body • expand the influence of • lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer • extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length • cause to move at full gallop • open or straighten out; unbend • use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity • prolong the time allowed for payment of • continue or extend • increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance | ||||||||
| protract | verbv | |||||||
verb • lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer | ||||||||
| sustain | verbv | |||||||
verb • lengthen or extend in duration or space • undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) • provide with nourishment • supply with necessities and support • be the physical support of; carry the weight of • admit as valid • establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts | ||||||||
| keep up | verbv | |||||||
verb • maintain a required pace or level • lengthen or extend in duration or space • keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction • keep informed • prevent from going to bed at night | ||||||||
