Lengthening (Noun)
Meaning
The act of prolonging something; "there was an indefinite prolongation of the peace talks".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The lengthening of the school year has been a topic of debate among parents and educators.
- The company's financial struggles led to a lengthening of the time it took to pay off debts.
- The lengthening of the recovery period after surgery was a concern for the patient.
- The lengthening of the commute time due to road construction was frustrating for many drivers.
- The lengthening of the winter season has had a significant impact on the local economy.