GRE Word List

PROTRACT

to prolong in time or space : continue

The meaning of the word protract is to prolong in time or space : continue.

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spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
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laxloose
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shimmerto shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer
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