1
as in long
of great extent from end to end
she used a lengthy piece of rope to tie her dog to a tree
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2
as in far
lasting for a considerable time
the store manager gives new associates a lengthy sermon on the evils of shoplifting
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Recent Examples of lengthy
Chastain ended the lengthy note with a hint of skepticism about whether the series would ever air at all.
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Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 15 Feb. 2026
The lengthy journey adds another layer of cost to California’s already expensive gasoline market.
—Will Kubzansky, Fortune, 15 Feb. 2026
The ski carries a relatively large 70-L (15-gal) tank, providing enough longevity for lengthy sessions on the water.
—New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
Ahead of the pair's lengthy press tour, Robbie created and gifted Elordi a matching, custom ring, Cece Jewellery told Fox News Digital.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
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Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 15 Feb. 2026
The lengthy journey adds another layer of cost to California’s already expensive gasoline market.
—Will Kubzansky, Fortune, 15 Feb. 2026
The ski carries a relatively large 70-L (15-gal) tank, providing enough longevity for lengthy sessions on the water.
—New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
Ahead of the pair's lengthy press tour, Robbie created and gifted Elordi a matching, custom ring, Cece Jewellery told Fox News Digital.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lengthy
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This course stands out for its spectacular panoramic ocean views, a driving range that is over 295 yards long, greens for perfecting your putting, and a chipping area.—
José Cantillo Ferrer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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This 13-mile-long slice of Route 66 offers a glimpse into history, including 1920s roadside stores and a massive coal-shoveling machine that pays tribute to the state's mining history.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
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Her beauty approach was quite different at Louis Vuitton, actually, opting for a natural-toned, bang-free hairstyle with more elongated, silky curls.—
Essence,
Essence,
21 Jan. 2026
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Malarkey created this bright manicure and focused on bringing the sides of the tips further down the nail for an even, more elongated look.—
Rebecca Norris,
InStyle,
31 Dec. 2025
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“Lengthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lengthy. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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