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prolonger

to extend, to prolong

verb pro-lohn-ZHEH Rare
Time Time Expressions

Also means

to continue

Usage Note

Prolonger means to make something last longer in time (prolonger un séjour — to extend a stay) or stretch it in space (prolonger une route). The reflexive se prolonger means 'to go on' or 'to continue'. The noun prolongation is used in sport for extra time.

Examples

"Ils ont décidé de prolonger leurs vacances."

Natural Translation

They decided to extend their holidays.

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