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The phrase "a prolonging" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to the act of extending or lengthening something, such as time or an event.
Example: "The prolonging of the meeting caused frustration among the attendees."
Alternatives: "an extension" or "a lengthening".
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The FT does have a picture of the commemoration wall for the Grenfell Tower but leads on interest rates staying put at record lows, saying there are fears that weak retail sales are signalling a prolonging a slowdown in the British economy.
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A prolonged silence ensues.
He lapses into a prolonged silence.
Early signs suggest a prolonged fight.
A prolonged silence ensued at the end of the line.
A prolonged strike, Mr. Olson said, might only speed the process.
Back then, pundits could be heard predicting a prolonged impeachment.
Smoke inhalation has a prolonged, negative effect on pulmonary function.
"Millions of families are living through a prolonged, personal recession".
The ownership of Scotland's foreshore has been a matter of a prolonged controversy.
But the prospect of a prolonged strike could force a decision to go back to work.
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