1. The process of bringing something to an end or conclusion that takes an extended or longer-than-expected amount of time
The prolonged finalization of the contract negotiations lasted several months.
A finalização prolongada das negociações do contrato durou vários meses.
2. A delayed completion or conclusion of a project, deal, or legal matter
The prolonged finalization of the merger created uncertainty in the market.
A finalização prolongada da fusão criou incerteza no mercado.