Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

drag-on

verb
/dræɡ ɒn/
Definition
To continue for an unnecessarily long time.
Examples
  • The meeting seemed to drag-on with no clear conclusion in sight.
  • Her story started to drag-on, making everyone lose interest.
  • He didn’t want the project to drag-on any longer than it had to.
Meaning
The term ‘drag-on’ often refers to a situation or event that feels prolonged beyond its necessary duration, often causing frustration.
Synonyms
  • prolong
  • extend
  • linger
  • stall