1. explained or discussed at excessive length in a repetitive or tedious way

Examples

• The professor’s belabored explanation of the simple concept confused the students.
• His belabored joke fell flat with the audience.
• The essay’s main point was lost in belabored arguments.
• She made a belabored attempt to justify her decision.
• The meeting dragged on with belabored discussions about minor details.
• The comedian’s belabored routine tested the patience of the crowd.