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prolonged interval
[prəˈlɔːŋd ˈɪntərvəl]
noun
pl: prolonged intervals
intervalo prolongado
1.
A lengthy or extended period of time between two events or points
After a prolonged interval of silence, she finally spoke.
Após um intervalo prolongado de silêncio, ela finalmente falou.
2.
In medical contexts, an abnormally long time period between heartbeats or other physiological events
The ECG showed a prolonged interval between the P and R waves.
O ECG mostrou um intervalo prolongado entre as ondas P e R.
3.
In music, a long pause or space between notes or passages
The composer used a prolonged interval to create dramatic effect.
O compositor usou um intervalo prolongado para criar efeito dramático.
Synonyms
extended interval
long interval
protracted interval
sustained interval
Antonyms
brief interval
short interval
fleeting interval
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
intervalo prolongado
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
intervalo prolongado
Common in medical and technical contexts
Portugal
intervalo prolongado
Standard European Portuguese usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
after a prolonged interval
during a prolonged interval
for a prolonged interval
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