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take longer
[teɪk ˈlɔːŋɡər]
verb phrase
levar mais tempo
1.
to require a greater amount of time to complete or accomplish something
This project will take longer than expected.
Este projeto vai levar mais tempo do que o esperado.
2.
to extend beyond the anticipated duration
The repairs took longer because of unforeseen complications.
Os reparos levaram mais tempo por causa de complicações inesperadas.
Synonyms
take more time
require more time
be prolonged
extend
Antonyms
take less time
be quicker
be faster
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
levar mais tempo
most common usage
Rio de Janeiro
levar mais tempo
standard usage
São Paulo
levar mais tempo
standard usage
Portugal
demorar mais tempo
alternative to 'levar mais tempo'
Related Idioms & Phrases
time is of the essence
against the clock
race against time
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