1. A competition, contest, or rivalry that extends over a long period of time; a lengthy competitive struggle
The protracted competition between the two companies lasted for over a decade.
A competição prolongada entre as duas empresas durou mais de uma década.
2. An extended struggle or contest marked by delays and drawn-out proceedings
The protracted competition for market dominance exhausted both rivals.
A competição prolongada pela dominação do mercado esgotou ambos os rivais.