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drag out

The correct spelling is drag out.

How to pronounce drag out

verb

Say it like: Dra-g o-wt

The correct spelling is drag out. To extend or lengthen excessively. For example: "I don't want to drag out this talk, so I'll stop now and answer any questions."

Usage Examples

I don't want to drag out this talk, so I'll stop now and answer any questions.

She dragged out her old Spanish textbooks in an attempt to prepare for her trip.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To extend or lengthen excessively.
  2. 2.To haul or bring out forcefully or from an awkward location.

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