Examples of lengthy in a Sentence
The process is both lengthy and costly.
a series of lengthy delays
Lengthier trips require more planning.
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The work mirrors that which was recently completed on the west side of the crossing and forced a lengthy closing there.
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John Tuohy, IndyStar, 7 Aug. 2025
On the street in Brooklyn on Tuesday night, Hathaway’s lengthy, dark brown hair, handled by Sean Flanigan, was curled and parted in the middle.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2025
At 5-foot-10, she can get swallowed up by lengthier defenders and trap situations.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
While many of these curriculum videos are harmless and even healing, others include strict expectations to finish several lengthy books or master a new hobby—all within 30 days.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 6 Aug. 2025
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John Tuohy, IndyStar, 7 Aug. 2025
On the street in Brooklyn on Tuesday night, Hathaway’s lengthy, dark brown hair, handled by Sean Flanigan, was curled and parted in the middle.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2025
At 5-foot-10, she can get swallowed up by lengthier defenders and trap situations.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
While many of these curriculum videos are harmless and even healing, others include strict expectations to finish several lengthy books or master a new hobby—all within 30 days.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 6 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for lengthy
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“Lengthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lengthy. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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