So you may well have to fight a prolonged battle to get what's due to you.
Times, Sunday Times
I remember in 2004 following the prolonged battle to impose a hunting ban with some bemusement.
Times, Sunday Times
She had a prolonged battle to get a visa.
The Sun
The session settled into a prolonged battle over this.
Times, Sunday Times
A fierce prolonged battle ensued with the forces on the south side being forced out of position.
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