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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This is the latest and is an attempt to pick ten memorable goals from a lengthy list.
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Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 16 May 2025
For years, the immigration control agencies have been hampered by a lengthy hiring process, high attrition rates and difficulties in attracting qualified candidates.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2025
What makes this glistening look work are the beading details throughout the lengthy overcoat and trousers.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 16 May 2025
After being signed to a major label for over a decade, along with a lengthy legal battle that has since been settled, Kesha is now an independent artist and the CEO of Kesha Records, which runs in partnership with Crush Music and ADA.
—Sharareh Drury, People.com, 14 May 2025
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Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 16 May 2025
For years, the immigration control agencies have been hampered by a lengthy hiring process, high attrition rates and difficulties in attracting qualified candidates.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2025
What makes this glistening look work are the beading details throughout the lengthy overcoat and trousers.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 16 May 2025
After being signed to a major label for over a decade, along with a lengthy legal battle that has since been settled, Kesha is now an independent artist and the CEO of Kesha Records, which runs in partnership with Crush Music and ADA.
—Sharareh Drury, People.com, 14 May 2025
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“Lengthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lengthy. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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