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lengthy contest
[ˈleŋθi ˈkɒntest]
noun phrase
pl: lengthy contests
disputa prolongada
1.
A competition, dispute, or struggle that lasts a long time
The lengthy contest between the two candidates lasted for months.
A disputa prolongada entre os dois candidatos durou meses.
2.
An extended competition or match
The tennis match turned into a lengthy contest with five sets.
A partida de tênis se tornou uma disputa prolongada com cinco sets.
Synonyms
prolonged competition
extended battle
protracted dispute
long-drawn-out struggle
sustained competition
Antonyms
quick contest
brief competition
short match
swift competition
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
disputa prolongada
Most common term in Brazilian Portuguese
Brazil
competição longa
Alternative usage in sports contexts
Portugal
competição demorada
Preferred in European Portuguese
Portugal
disputa protratada
More formal usage in Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
a long-fought battle
go the distance
a war of attrition
drag on indefinitely
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