drag out
The phrase "drag out" often implies prolonging an event or forcibly removing someone or something from a location.
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Definition
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(informal)To extend the duration of something unnecessarily.
Example
- The meeting was dragged out for hours with endless discussions.
- Let's not drag out the decision-making process.
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(neutral)To pull or bring something out from a difficult or concealed position.
Example
- He dragged the old sofa out of the basement.
- The rescue team had to drag out the trapped animal from the narrow tunnel.
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(neutral)To forcefully remove someone from a place or situation.
Example
- The bouncer dragged out the unruly guest from the club.
- They had to drag him out of the burning building.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "drag out":
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