Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
drag-out
adjective
/dræɡ aʊt/
Definition
A prolonged, often contentious situation or contest.
Examples
- The election turned into a drag-out fight between the two candidates.
- After the drag-out negotiations, they finally reached an agreement.
- The family had a drag-out argument over the inheritance.
Meaning
The term ‘drag-out’ typically refers to something that is drawn out in time, especially a dispute or struggle that is lengthy and exhausting.
Synonyms
- protracted
- drawn-out
- lengthy
- extended
