The war was protracted for four years.

战拖延了四年。

After protracted consideration the national government had decided to ask a mandate from the people.

国家政府经过长期考虑后, 决定征求民意。

We won victory through protracted struggle.

经过长期的斗, 取得了胜利。

The cat protracted its paws.

猫伸出了爪子。