Often implies frustration with the unnecessary length of an event.

Negative Implication

What constitutes 'dragging out' can depend on individual perspectives.

Subjectivity

Suggests significant physical effort or struggle when moving objects.

The struggle is often visible or implied when using 'drag out.'

Used when old or finished topics are revisited, usually unwantedly.

Can heighten tension by addressing matters people want to avoid.

Implies a lack of willingness or resistance from the person being removed.

Often involves someone in authority, like security, to drag out a person.