1. A lengthy or extended process of counting, tallying, or determining results, especially in electoral or official contexts
The election resulted in a prolonged count due to close margins in several districts.
A eleição resultou em uma apuração prolongada devido às margens apertadas em vários distritos.
2. The delayed or extended process of investigating, verifying, or clarifying facts or accounts
The fraud investigation required a prolonged investigation to uncover all irregularities.
A investigação de fraude exigiu uma apuração prolongada para descobrir todas as irregularidades.