drawn-out processes
adjective
- Lengthy and tedious procedures or events that extend over a prolonged period, often involving multiple stages or steps, and may lead to fatigue or impatience.
The negotiation for the new contract turned into a series of drawn-out processes that frustrated both parties, as they spent weeks revising terms and waiting for approvals.
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