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Definition of for long

: 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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long play

  1. : extending for a considerable distance

  2. : having greater length than usual

  3. : having greater height than usual : tall

  1. : for or during a long time

  2. : at or to a long distance : far

  3. : for the duration of a specified period

  1. : a long period of time

  2. : a long syllable

  3. : one taking a long position especially in a security or commodity market

  1. : to feel a strong desire or craving especially for something not likely to be attained

  1. : to be suitable or fitting

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