protracted

To draw out; to extend, especially in duration.

To use a protractor.

To draw to a scale; to lay down the lines and angles of, with scale and protractor; to plot.

To put off to a distant time; to delay; to defer.

“to protract a decision or duty”

To extend; to protrude.

“A cat can protract and retract its claws.”

Lasting for a long time or longer than expected or usual.

“a protracted and bitter dispute”