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long hours

plural noun

: many hours at a time
She is used to working long hours.

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Many work long hours, speak Spanish as their first language, or come from immigrant backgrounds, experiences that offer valuable perspectives for ocean advocacy and decision-making. Camila Cáceres, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2025 Yasmin’s back ached from the long hours, the weight of her seven-month pregnancy pressing heavily on her body. Ahmed Naji, The Dial, 18 Nov. 2025 Canada Goose Jacket Great for warmer fall and early winter days, this basic snap-front layer will prepare you for busy sightseeing days and long hours of travel alike. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 14 Nov. 2025 They were held in bondage, forced to labor long hours with no pay, provided inadequate food and shelter, and under threat of physical abuse or even death at the slightest provocation. Big Think, 13 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for long hours

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“Long hours.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/long%20hours. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.

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