for long
idiom
: for many years, days, hours, etc. : for a long time
I haven't known him for long.
Her life did not remain peaceful for long.
He won't be away for much longer.
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Consider drip irrigation under mulch so the water seeps into the ground more quickly without leaving the mulch wet for long periods.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2025
But this popular Vanity Fair bra is especially beloved by Amazon shoppers with large breasts, who praise it for its ability to stay put and remain comfortable for long periods of time.
—Shalwah Evans, People.com, 3 Aug. 2025
The injury will require rest, but shouldn’t sideline Lloyd for long.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
Fall-like weather will move into Kansas City on Thursday, but the break from the summer heat won’t last for long, according to the National Weather Service.
—Kansas City Star, 31 July 2025
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2025
But this popular Vanity Fair bra is especially beloved by Amazon shoppers with large breasts, who praise it for its ability to stay put and remain comfortable for long periods of time.
—Shalwah Evans, People.com, 3 Aug. 2025
The injury will require rest, but shouldn’t sideline Lloyd for long.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
Fall-like weather will move into Kansas City on Thursday, but the break from the summer heat won’t last for long, according to the National Weather Service.
—Kansas City Star, 31 July 2025
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“For long.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20long. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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