végighúzni

Végighúzni is a Hungarian verb phrase that literally translates to "to pull through" or "to drag along." However, its common usage carries a more nuanced meaning, often implying to prolong something unnecessarily, to drag out an event, or to make a process take longer than it needs to.

In everyday conversation, végighúzni can be used to describe a variety of situations. For instance, a long and boring movie might be described as being "végighúzva," meaning it felt excessively long. Similarly, a task or a meeting that is taking too much time can be said to be végighúzva. The phrase can also refer to dragging out a decision or a commitment.

The connotation of végighúzni is generally negative, suggesting inefficiency, boredom, or a lack of purpose in the prolonged duration. It implies that the extra time spent is not productive or enjoyable. While the literal translation is neutral, the idiomatic meaning leans towards a feeling of tedium or frustration associated with things that are unnecessarily drawn out.