protract
v[Tn esp passive 尤用於被动语态]
(often derog 常作贬义) make (sth) last a long time or longer; lengthen or prolong 延长, 拖延(某事物)
Let´s not protract the debate any further. 我们不要再继续争论下去了.
a protracted lunch break 延长了的午餐时间
protracted delays, discussions, questioning 长时间的耽搁、 讨论、 询问.